No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups / Strawberry Ricotta Dessert Recipe
A delightful no-bake strawberry cheesecake cup featuring a crunchy crumb base topped with a creamy ricotta cheese filling and fresh strawberries. This vegan-inspired dessert is quick to assemble, perfect for a refreshing and light treat without the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup (125 g) graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
- 3 tbsp (45 g) unsalted butter, melted
Strawberries
- 1 cup (250 g) fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar
Filling
- 1 cup (225 g) ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) whipping cream (35% fat)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine the graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs with the melted unsalted butter in a bowl. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and can hold together when pressed.
- Form the Crust Base: Divide the crumb mixture evenly into serving cups or glasses, pressing it down gently to form a firm base layer for the cheesecake cups.
- Prepare Strawberries: In a small bowl, toss the chopped fresh strawberries with 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Set aside to macerate for about 10 minutes, allowing the strawberries to release their natural juices.
- Make Ricotta Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese with 1/4 cup granulated sugar and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold the whipped cream into the ricotta mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble Cups: Spoon or pipe a layer of the ricotta filling over the crumb base in each cup. Then, top with the macerated strawberries including the juice for extra flavor and moisture.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled cups for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to set and flavors to meld. Serve chilled as a refreshing no-bake dessert.
Notes
- Use vegan butter and plant-based ricotta and cream alternatives to make the dessert fully vegan.
- For extra texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts or chocolate shavings on top before serving.
- Can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Adjust sugar quantity based on sweetness of strawberries.
- Ensure to whip the cream properly to achieve a light and fluffy texture in the filling.
