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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

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These bite-sized no-bake strawberry cheesecake bites are a quick, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing summer dessert with a creamy filling, crunchy graham cracker crust, and fresh strawberry topping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham crackers, crushed
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (85 grams)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (225 grams)
  • ¾ cup powdered sugar (90 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
  • About 12 medium-sized fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups of graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed bag and gently pounding with a rolling pin. Transfer crumbs to a bowl.
  2. Pour 6 tablespoons (85 grams) of melted unsalted butter over the crumbs. Stir well until all crumbs are moistened and hold together when pressed. Add a tiny splash of melted butter if too dry.
  3. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the crust mixture into each cup of the mini muffin tin. Firmly press down with the back of a spoon or fingers to create an even, compact layer.
  4. Place the muffin tin in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to chill the crust.
  5. In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces (225 grams) of softened cream cheese with ¾ cup (90 grams) powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream until soft peaks form (about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer).
  7. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until fully combined but still light and fluffy.
  8. Remove the crust-lined tins from the fridge and spoon the cheesecake filling over each crust, filling almost to the top. Smooth the surface gently.
  9. Slice fresh strawberries into halves or quarters and press one piece atop each cheesecake bite, slightly into the filling.
  10. Cover the muffin tin with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. For faster setting, freeze for 30 minutes but serve chilled, not frozen.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Crush graham crackers finely for a firm crust. Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling. Do not overwhip cream to keep filling light. Chill bites for at least 2 hours for best texture. For dairy-free, substitute cream cheese and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives. For gluten-free, use almond meal or gluten-free graham crackers.

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