Description
A simple and delicious recipe for cheesecake cups that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Fresh berries or fruit topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Divide the crumb mixture evenly among 6 small cups or ramekins, pressing it down firmly to form a crust layer at the bottom.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling over the crust in each cup, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Cover the cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Before serving, top with fresh berries or your favorite fruit topping if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the cream cheese with Greek yogurt.
- You can also add a layer of chocolate ganache on top for a decadent twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cheesecake Cups, Easy Cheesecake Recipe