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No-Bake Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Cups

These cheesecake cups combine a creamy, thick filling made from cream cheese, whipped cream, and crushed cookies, layered atop crunchy cookie crumbs. The dessert is chilled until set, resulting in a smooth, luscious texture contrasted by a crisp cookie base and topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Dessert
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups cookie crumbs preferably chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar optional, for added sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream chilled
  • 1 cup crushed cookies for topping, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Serving cups or small glasses
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Begin by mixing the softened cream cheese, sugar (if using), and vanilla extract in a bowl until smooth and creamy, with no lumps remaining. This creates the base for your cheesecake filling.
  2. In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream with a whisk or electric mixer until soft peaks form, indicating it’s light and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, combining them carefully so the texture stays airy and light. Use a spatula to blend until uniform.
  4. Layer about a tablespoon of cookie crumbs at the bottom of each serving cup or glass, pressing slightly to form a firm base.
  5. Spoon the cheese mixture over the cookie crumbs, filling each cup nearly to the top. Smooth the surface with the back of a spoon or spatula.
  6. Sprinkle a layer of crushed cookies on top of each filled cup for added crunch and flavor, pressing them lightly into the surface.
  7. Place the assembled cups into the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, allowing the cheesecake to set and flavors to meld.
  8. Once chilled, serve the cheesecake cups cold, garnished with additional crushed cookies if desired. Enjoy their creamy, crunchy contrast with every spoonful.

Notes

For an extra touch, top with chocolate shavings or mini chocolate chips.