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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle Cups

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy cheesecake filling, macerated strawberries, and crunchy graham cracker crumble, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled (or coconut cream for dairy-free option)
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 cups (300 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Graham Cracker Crumble: In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs with 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand. Set aside.
  2. Make the Strawberry Layer: In another bowl, toss 2 cups (300 g) sliced strawberries with 2 tbsp sugar and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice. Stir gently and let it sit for 10 minutes to macerate.
  3. Whip the Cream Cheese Filling: Using an electric mixer, beat 8 oz (225 g) softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1 tsp lemon zest until smooth and creamy.
  4. Whip the Heavy Cream: In a clean bowl, whip 1 cup (240 ml) chilled heavy cream to soft peaks.
  5. Fold the Cream into the Cream Cheese: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping it light and airy.
  6. Assemble the Trifle Cups: Spoon a layer of graham cracker crumble (about 2 tablespoons) into the bottom of each cup, add a layer of cheesecake filling (about 3 tablespoons), then a layer of macerated strawberries with juice. Repeat once more, finishing with strawberries on top.
  7. Chill Before Serving: Cover the cups with plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and filling set. Can be prepared up to a day ahead.

Notes

Soften cream cheese well before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill bowl and beaters before whipping cream for better volume. Fold whipped cream gently into cream cheese mixture to keep it airy. Macerate strawberries to intensify flavor but do not over-soak to avoid sogginess. Can substitute graham crackers with gluten-free cookies or almond flour for gluten-free version. Dairy-free version uses coconut cream and dairy-free cream cheese.

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