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Creamy No-Bake S’mores Cheesecake Cups

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A quick and easy no-bake cheesecake dessert capturing the nostalgic s’mores flavors with a creamy, light texture and crunchy graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces (450g) cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup (90g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
  • 3/4 cup (180g) marshmallow fluff
  • 1/2 cup (90g) mini chocolate chips or chopped milk chocolate
  • Optional: crushed graham crackers or toasted mini marshmallows for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar. Pour in melted butter and stir until mixture resembles wet sand, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add more melted butter if too dry.
  2. Assemble the crust layer: Spoon crust mixture evenly into 6 to 8 serving cups (about 6 oz each). Press firmly and evenly into the base. Chill or set aside while preparing filling.
  3. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  4. Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream on high speed until soft peaks form, about 3 to 4 minutes. Avoid over-whipping.
  5. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture gently in three batches to keep mixture light and fluffy, about 2 minutes total.
  6. Layer filling and toppings: Spoon or pipe cheesecake filling over crust in each cup, filling about 3/4 full. Dollop about 1 tablespoon marshmallow fluff on top and swirl gently. Sprinkle mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate over fluff.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate cups for at least 2 hours, preferably 4 hours, to firm up and meld flavors. One hour is acceptable for softer texture.
  8. Optional garnish and serve: Before serving, add crushed graham crackers or toasted mini marshmallows for extra texture. Serve chilled.

Notes

Soften cream cheese properly before mixing to avoid lumps. Whip cream to soft peaks without over-whipping. Fold whipped cream gently to keep airiness. Press crust firmly but not too hard to avoid rock-hard base. Chill at least 2 hours for best texture. Freeze for 15-20 minutes if filling is too soft before serving. Optional smoked sea salt in crust adds subtle smoky flavor.

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Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, s'mores, easy dessert, creamy cheesecake cups, graham cracker crust, marshmallow fluff, quick dessert, cozy treats

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