Description
Delightful no bake mini blackberry cheesecakes offer a sweet symphony of creamy richness and fruity charm. Elegant dessert perfection combines smooth cream cheese with luscious blackberry swirls, promising a memorable culinary experience you’ll savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Base:
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Topping:
- 0.5 cup fresh blackberries
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine, uniform crumbs, ensuring no large pieces remain for a smooth, consistent base texture.
- Combine melted butter with graham cracker crumbs, mixing thoroughly until the mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of individual serving glasses or mini dessert cups, creating an even, compact layer.
- Chill the prepared bases in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to solidify while preparing the filling.
- Beat softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Gradually incorporate powdered sugar into the cream cheese, mixing until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Gently fold in heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring until the filling achieves a creamy, consistent texture.
- Carefully fold fresh blackberries into the cream cheese mixture, lightly crushing some berries to release their vibrant color and flavor.
- Spoon the blackberry cheesecake filling evenly over the chilled graham cracker bases, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the mini cheesecakes for at least 2 hours or until the filling is set and firm.
- For the topping, combine fresh blackberries with powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl, gently mashing to create a rustic compote.
- Before serving, generously spoon the blackberry compote over each chilled cheesecake.
- Optionally, garnish with delicate mint leaves for a fresh, aromatic touch.
- Serve chilled and enjoy these elegant, no-bake mini desserts immediately.
Notes
- Crumb Consistency Matters: Use a food processor or rolling pin to crush graham crackers into ultra-fine, uniform crumbs for a perfectly smooth, compact base that won’t crumble.
- Temperature Control: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps and achieve a silky, creamy filling that blends seamlessly.
- Berry Versatility: Swap blackberries with raspberries, strawberries, or mixed berries to create different flavor profiles and add personal flair to the dessert.
- Make-Ahead Magic: These mini cheesecakes can be prepared up to 2 days in advance, making them ideal for stress-free entertaining and meal planning.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg