These no-bake berry cheesecake cups are creamy, fruity and incredibly easy to make. With a buttery biscuit base, smooth cheesecake filling and layers of fresh berries, they're perfect for family desserts, parties or special occasions. Best of all, there's no oven required.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chilling Time: 2 hours
Serves: 6
Ingredients
Biscuit Base
- 150g digestive biscuits, crushed
- 60g butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 250g cream cheese, softened
- 250ml fresh cream
- 80g icing sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Berry Topping
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup raspberries
- 2 tablespoons berry jam
Method
Step 1
Combine the crushed biscuits and melted butter in a bowl.
Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand.
Step 2
Divide the mixture between six serving glasses.
Press down gently to create the base.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, icing sugar and vanilla until smooth.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whip the cream until soft peaks form.
Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
Step 5
Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture over the biscuit bases.
Step 6
Mix the berries with the berry jam.
Spoon the berry mixture over the cheesecake layer.
Step 7
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Variations
- Use crushed tennis biscuits instead of digestive biscuits.
- Add lemon zest to the cheesecake filling.
- Replace mixed berries with mango or passion fruit.
- Layer with berry coulis for extra flavour.
Tips
- Chill the cups overnight for the best texture.
- Use clear glasses to show off the layers.
- Pipe the filling for a neater presentation.
- Fresh berries work best but frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained.
Conclusion
No-bake berry cheesecake cups are simple, elegant and packed with fresh berry flavour. Their creamy texture and colourful layers make them a dessert that's guaranteed to impress without requiring hours in the kitchen.
