No Bake Cheesecake Cups
Updated Dec 15, 2023
These No Bake Cheesecake Cups are a lightened-up recipe of the classic dessert that is light on calories and fat; made with Greek yogurt it is easy to make!
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I love making these No Bake Cheesecake Cups as a healthier version of the classic dessert. These individual Greek yogurt cheesecake cups are easy to put together, are a lighter variation of traditional cheesecake, and are finished with fresh strawberries. They take 20 minutes to make and just a couple of hours to set and are perfect for entertaining any time of the year!
Need an idea for brunch, snacks, or desserts? These Greek yogurt cheesecake cups really fit the bill for whichever situation you need a fresh and easy dish for. I love preparing these in cute mason jars, or simple serving cups!
“Oh my, oh my…so delicious! These adorable mini cheesecakes were a hit on NYE in my house! I actually prepared these in my small Pyrex dishes with lids and it was perfect. I accidentally bought 1 pack of 8 oz cream cheese instead of 2, so I kind of halved all the other ingredients, except for the yogurt and it turned out perfect!!! I just made more crust but I added it on top of the strawberries… SO GOOD!” – Marissa
Jump to Section
- Recipe at a glance
- Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Cheesecake Cups
- Popular substitutions & additions
- How to make cheesecake cups with Greek yogurt
- Tips for making the best cheesecake cups
- How to store leftover cheesecake cups
- Frequently asked questions
- More no bake desserts
- Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Cups Recipe
Recipe at a glance
Cuisine Inspiration: American
Primary Cooking Method: No Bake, Chill
Dietary Info: Vegetarian
Key Flavor: Sweet, Creamy, and Tangy
Skill Level: Easy
Summary
- Health Conscious Choice: Made with Greek yogurt, these cheesecake cups offer a protein-rich, probiotic-filled dessert that tastes as good as cheesecake made with exclusively with cream cheese.
- No-Bake Convenience: No-bake desserts and snacks are ideal when using an oven isn’t an option like in the dead of summer. These cheesecake cups are ready to go in about the same time as it would take you to bake and cool a traditional one!
- Customizable: Easily adapt your cheesecake cups to everyone’s flavor and topping preferences. Whether you’re changing the yogurt or graham cracker flavor or the garnishes you put on top.
- Great For Entertaining: Make many batches ahead of time for sleepovers, family gatherings, or work parties. Add additional toppings to a serve yourself style layout.
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Cheesecake Cups
- For the crust: Graham crackers, coconut oil and light brown sugar.
- Cream cheese: I used full fat cream cheese as it is so much richer and more flavorful, but you can use a low fat cheese if you prefer.
- Greek yogurt: To make these cheesecakes a little healthier I swapped some of the cream cheese for Greek yogurt. It also gives you a little protein boost. My favorite Greek yogurt is Stonyfield. It’s thick, creamy and organic!
- Honey: I used honey to naturally sweeten these desserts. You can also use maple syrup.
- Lemon juice: Fresh lemon juice adds acidity which cuts through the creaminess. Use fresh rather than bottled juice which has a much zingier flavor.
- Salt: A little pinch of salt helps to bring the sweetness out.
- Fresh strawberries: Finish off each cheesecake with fresh chopped strawberries. You can also use other fruits like blueberries or bananas.
Popular substitutions & additions
- Fruit Variations: Top with different fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or a yummy strawberry sauce.
- Sweetener Alternatives: Instead of honey, try maple syrup or agave nectar for a different sweet flavor or to make the recipe vegan-friendly.
- Crust Options: For a gluten-free crust option, use gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour for the crust. Alternatively, you can use chocolate or cinnamon graham crackers instead of the original.
- Crunchy Texture: Add toppings like chopped nuts like almonds or pistachios to the top. Or sweet bits like granola or chocolate chips.
How to make cheesecake cups with Greek yogurt
- Add the ingredients for the base to a food processor and combine. Then you can start assembling the crust into the jars or cups you’ll be using and lightly wipe it down to make the cheesecake filling next.
- Place the ingredients for the cheesecake filling into the processor and combine until well blended.
- Spoon the crust into glasses and press down with a spoon.
- Top with the cheesecake filling and refrigerate. The mixture will make about 8 servings.
- Top with fresh strawberries to serve.
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Tips for making the best cheesecake cups
- Press the base down firmly in the jars with the back of a spoon or with your fingers. It helps to pack everything in together for best presentation.
- Let the cheesecakes set before adding the strawberry sauce (about 1-2 hours). This helps to make sure it solidifies well and stays smooth for serving.
- Use whole fat Greek yogurt for this recipe. It contains less water so it’s going to give the best consistency to the final product.
How to store leftover cheesecake cups
To store any leftover cheesecake, cover the tops of the cups tightly with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator.
How long does Greek yogurt cheesecake last in the fridge?
When stored properly greek yogurt cheesecake will stay fresh and store for about 3 to 5 days in the fridge.
Can I freeze yogurt cheesecake?
It’s generally not recommended to freeze yogurt cheesecakes due to the potential changes in texture when thawing. Greek yogurt can separate and become grainy when frozen and thawed. Enjoy fresh for the best results.
Frequently asked questions
You can make the cheesecakes about 3 days ahead of time. Keep them covered in the fridge with some foil or plastic wrap. If you are adding fresh fruit to the top, do this just before serving so that it’s fresh.
Greek yogurt cheesecakes need at least 2-3 hours to chill. Depending on the temperature of your refrigerator, your chill time might be longer.
Greek yogurt gives the finished cheesecakes a subtle tang and is a great healthier alternative to sour cream. It’s also a great source of calcium, protein and contains probiotics.
My No-Bake Greek Yogurt Cheesecake cups offers a tasty and healthier twist on the classic cheesecake. An easy, no-fuss recipe that’s perfect for all occasions. Enjoy the creative freedoms you can take to make this recipe perfect for you!
More no bake desserts
- Vegan Lemon Bars
- Chocolate Pistachio Butter Cups
- Avocado Ice Cream
- No Bake Cookie Dough Bars
- No Bake Protein Balls – 4 Ways
- No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie
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Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Cups
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 sleeves graham crackers 18
- ½ cup coconut oil melted
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
Cheesecake Filling
- 2 8-ounce blocks cream cheese
- 1 ¼ cup greek yogurt
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch salt
For serving
- Strawberries diced
Instructions
Graham Cracker Crust
- Add the ingredients for the crust into the bowl of a large food processor and blend until fine and crumbly.
- Spoon the crust evenly between 8 small cups and use your fingers or the back of a spoon to pack the crust down firmly into the cups.
Cheesecake Filling
- Add all ingredients for the cheesecake to a food processor, and pulse to combine, scraping the edges of the bowl a couple times to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly between 8 cups. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until the cheesecake is set.
- When ready to serve, top the cheesecake with fresh strawberries or other berries, if desired.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate. It will vary based on cooking method and specific ingredients used.
Comments
Great base recipe. I used fat free skyr yogurt instead of Greek yogurt, reduced the lemon juice to 2tsp and increased the vanilla to 2tsp. I also used a fructose syrup instead of honey with additional to taste. Very tasty!
Love the tweaks you made! So happy you like the recipe, Melissa. Thank you so much!!
Can I substitute the cream cheese for cottage cheese?
I haven’t tried using cottage cheese in this recipe but I do have a Cottage Cheesecake Cup recipe I recommend you check out!
this looks so good! what size cups should i use to make 8 servings?
I use these Bormioli Rocco 7.5oz Mini Bodega Glasses!
Can this be made in a pie dish?
Yes, I don’t see why not!
Really great! I just made one portion for the recipe and subbed in honey for a little bit of sugar and coconut oil for butter and it was really yummy!
Sounds so good, thanks for sharing!
I just made this yesterday and it turned out great! I realized too late that it was intended to be served in cups so I put it into an 8 inch spring form pan and it’s actually holding it’s shape really well. I do think the ratio of crust to filling is off, but maybe I misunderstood what “2 sleeves” of graham crackers was, next time I will use 1 or maybe 1 1/2. I refridgerated it overnight and didn’t put topping on until it was sliced and had no problems with sinking or anything. I think the tang from the Greek yogurt could be a bit harsh on its own but I used a homemade cherry topping and that sweetness covered it all up. Will definitely make this again!
So glad it turned out well for you, Katie!
I have just tried this recipe and didn’t like it. The biscuit base became rock solid in the fridge, the greek yoghurt + lemon juice in the cheesecake brought way too much acidity, and the strawberry puree makes it way too sweet. It didn’t taste at all like a cheesecake and I couldn’t finish my cup – it was inedible. Overall I don’t recommend this recipe.
So sorry to hear that you didn’t like it, James! Thank you for the feedback.
Hi i dont have these cup which u used but i do have muffin pan an springform pan which would u recommend?
You’ll want to use some type of glass for them so you can eat it out of it. I am not sure if it will hold it’s shape very well if taken out of a muffin pan or springform pan.
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