No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake (Printable Page)

# What You Need:

→ Crust

01 - 150 g graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
02 - 55 g unsalted butter, melted
03 - 25 g granulated sugar

→ Cheesecake Filling

04 - 450 g cream cheese, softened
05 - 120 ml heavy cream
06 - 60 g powdered sugar
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
08 - Zest of ½ lemon (optional, for brightness)

→ Strawberry Topping

09 - 225 g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
10 - 25 g granulated sugar
11 - 2 tsp lemon juice

# How to Make It:

01 - In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until evenly moistened.
02 - Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of jars or the base of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan. Chill while preparing the filling.
03 - In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and lemon zest (if using), mixing until creamy.
04 - In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
05 - Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the tops.
06 - Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
07 - In a small saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries are soft and syrupy. Let cool completely.
08 - Before serving, spoon the cooled strawberry topping over the cheesecake. Serve chilled.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - For individual servings, layer in 6–8 small jars or glasses.
02 - Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free biscuits if needed.
03 - Top with additional fresh strawberries or mint leaves for garnish.
04 - Cheesecake can be made one day ahead and topped with strawberries just before serving.
05 - Pair with a glass of chilled Prosecco or Moscato.