No Bake Cheesecake Cups are such an easy treat. These little no bake individual-sized cheesecakes are made with yogurt to make them extra healthy and yummy! Both kids and adults will love this good-for-you yet decadent dessert.

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What’s in No Bake Cheesecake in a Cup?

Do you love cheesecake, but can’t be bothered with the crust and the baking? Well, then these No-Bake Cheesecake Cups are for you! It’s a super easy version, with amazing flavor, and individual servings are perfect for parties or after-dinner treats.

  • Yogurt: You can make it with thick Greek yogurt, or with custard-style yogurt. I love the way it tastes with custard yogurt because it’s sweeter and just as creamy. Whatever you have on hand will work.
  • Cream Cheese: Low-fat cream cheese makes these cheesecake cups lighter and healthier than your average no bake cheesecake recipe.
  • Honey: Adds a bit of sweetness and floral flavor to these cups. You could also use maple syrup or agave syrup.
  • Lemon Juice: Adds a bit of acidity to balance the sweetness and give them that signature cheesecake tang.
  • Vanilla: Pure vanilla extract gives these cheesecake cups a rich vanilla flavor. I do not recommend using artificial vanilla, but you can use vanilla bean paste!
  • Salt: Enhances the flavors of this cheesecake.
  • Graham Crackers: Add the taste of a traditional cheesecake crust to these cups.

Pro Tip: Garnish the cups with different types of berries for a fresh taste.

Decorative Variations

I love these no-bake cheesecake cups as you see in the photos for festive parties and holidays (I made them for Valentine’s Day). But it’s so easy to switch things up and make these for any occasion. Here are some ideas.

  • We topped ours with some cool whip that we dyed pink, more graham cracker crumbs, and a strawberry. You could use mini chocolate chips or fresh whipped cream.
  • You could turn this into more of a parfait with alternating layers of crushed graham crackers, cheesecake mixture, and fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
  • Serve them in mason jars, champagne flutes, or any kind of container you have.
  • Garnish with different types of berries, use macerated strawberries for a syrupy topping, or use food coloring to dye whipped cream any color you want.
  • You could also let everyone at the party decorate their own cheesecake cups however they desire! It makes for a fun activity.
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Is no bake cheesecake better than baked cheesecake?

That’s tough to say! Traditional cheesecake has a much denser and fluffier texture, while no bake cheesecake is creamier and softer. It’s really up to your own personal preferences as to which one is better!

What’s the best yogurt for no bake cheesecake cups?

I love custard-style yogurt because it is sweet, thick, and indulgent! Greek yogurt will also work, but the texture and taste will be slightly different.

Can I make these cups ahead of time?

Yes! I recommend letting the cheesecake mixture set in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, so you can easily make these hours ahead of time. You can also make the mixture the day before and let it sit in the refrigerator, then portion it out into cups before serving.

Can I freeze no bake cheesecake cups?

Absolutely! I recommend chilling the cheesecake cups for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator before transferring them to the freezer. Wrap the cheesecake cups tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil to keep them from getting freezer burnt.

side view of 2 no bake cheesecake cups.

How to Make Ahead and Store Mini No Bake Cheesecake Cups

Store leftover no bake cheesecake cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Enjoy chilled.

How to Freeze Cheesecake Yogurt Cups

Freeze no bake cheesecake cups in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.

What to Serve with Easy No Bake Cheesecake Cups

These no bake cheesecake cups are such a fun dessert! Top them with colored cool whip, fresh fruit, caramel sauce, or lemon curd. Or serve them as part of a Valentine’s Day spread alongside strawberry cake, red velvet cupcakes, strawberry fudge, chocolate truffles, or brownie cookies.

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No Bake Cheesecake Recipe

4.60 from 15 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Becky Hardin
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Just combine a few ingredients to make this no-bake cheesecake mixture, and serve it up cups for individual-sized desserts.
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Equipment

Ingredients 

For the Cheesecake Mixture

  • 1 cup vanilla-flavored custard-style yogurt 227 grams
  • 16 ounces low-fat cream cheese 454 grams, room temperature (2 bricks)
  • 3 tablespoons honey 66 grams
  • 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed Lemon juice 10 grams, from ½ lemon
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 8 grams
  • teaspoon kosher salt

For the Crust

  • 2-3 low-fat graham cracker sheets 32-47 grams, crushed

Optional Garnishes

  • Low-fat whipped topping tinted pink, such as Cool Whip
  • Strawberries 1 for each individual cheesecake

Instructions 

For Cheesecake Mixture

  • Place all of the cheesecake mixture ingredients in a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until the mixture is a smooth consistency, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary.
    1 cup vanilla-flavored custard-style yogurt, 16 ounces low-fat cream cheese, 3 tablespoons honey, 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed Lemon juice, 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract, ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
    no bake cheesecake cup filling in a glass bowl.

To Assemble

  • Place dishes on a tray.
  • Place 2 tablespoons crushed graham crackers in the bottom of each individual dish.
    2-3 low-fat graham cracker sheets
    graham cracker crumbs in the bottom of short glass cups.
  • Spoon approximately ¾ cup of the cheesecake mixture onto the graham crackers in each dish.
    no bake cheesecake layered over graham crackers in glass cups.
  • Refrigerate, uncovered, 2-3 hours, or until set.
  • Garnish with a dollop of whipped topping and 1 fresh strawberry per dessert, if desired.
    Low-fat whipped topping, Strawberries

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Becky’s Tips

  • You can make it with thick Greek yogurt, or with custard-style yogurt. I love the way it tastes with custard yogurt because it’s sweeter and just as creamy. Whatever you have on hand will work.
  • This tastes best when it has a couple of hours to set in the fridge, but you can also devour it right away if you run out of patience.
  • I used crushed graham crackers to give the taste and texture of a crust, without having to actually make a crust. I’m here for simplicity!
  • You could turn this into more of a parfait with alternating layers of crushed graham crackers, cheesecake mixture, and fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
  • Garnish with different types of berries, use macerated strawberries for a syrupy topping, or use food coloring to dye whipped cream any color you want.
  • Nutritional information does not include optional garnishes.
Storage: Store no bake cheesecake cups in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Calories: 361kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 564mgPotassium: 428mgFiber: 0.04gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 652IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 274mgIron: 0.3mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Dorothy
Dorothy
May 8, 2022 10:27 pm

I I haven’t made these yet but I really want to! But what is custard yogurt? Can I use 1 cup of any vanilla yogurt? Thanks!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
May 9, 2022 9:40 am
Reply to  Dorothy

You can, but they have custard yogurt typically at your grocery stores!

CHRISTINA MOORE @ YOUR MIND YOUR BODY
CHRISTINA MOORE @ YOUR MIND YOUR BODY
November 13, 2018 1:27 am

Just based on the way the photos, this tantalizing treat is a total winner. It is a huge plus that the recipe for making them is so simple, can’t wait to prepare some of them and offer them to some friends. I bet they will be impressed. I love how vibrant the meal looks, good work!

Musikwa
Musikwa
August 12, 2018 4:04 am

Definitely going to try this for my fiancee’s birthday

Bella Hardy
Bella Hardy
May 23, 2018 6:15 am

These cheesecake cups absolutely something new for me! Looks yummy! Thx for sharing recipe, I definitely add it to my cookbook!5 stars

Jill Roberts @ WellnessGeeky
Jill Roberts @ WellnessGeeky
January 9, 2018 8:14 am

Gorgeous pictures. I made these cheesecake cups for the super bowl party and it was a crowd favorite. I’m also gonna pin this post on my Pinterest board my followers will love it. Thanks for sharing, Becky!5 stars

Mj Villanueva
Mj Villanueva
March 26, 2015 11:51 pm

Looking at the photos, I’m craving, I wanted to have some. Thank you for this recipe, my mom loves cheesecake and this is perfect since I’m not into baking.3 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
April 2, 2015 8:00 am
Reply to  Mj Villanueva

Love to hear that Mj! Thanks for saying hi!

Kelly
Kelly
February 17, 2015 8:11 pm

How many does this make?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
February 17, 2015 9:25 pm
Reply to  Kelly

Hey Kelly, it makes 4 servings :)

Kelly
Kelly
February 18, 2015 7:53 am
Reply to  Becky Hardin

Thank you! I think this will be a perfect dessert for Bunko!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
February 18, 2015 8:15 am
Reply to  Kelly

That sounds so fun!!!

Anne Marie
Anne Marie
February 13, 2015 7:41 pm

This looks so delicious and tempting! I would love to serve this to my Ladies Card group. Could you tell me how many this recipe serves?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
February 13, 2015 7:56 pm
Reply to  Anne Marie

Hey Anne Marie- it makes 4 servings. Hope you love it!!

Anne Marie
Anne Marie
February 13, 2015 8:11 pm
Reply to  Becky Hardin

Thank you Becky.

Briana Thomas
Briana Thomas
February 9, 2015 7:16 pm

So pretty! I *love* custard, and cheese cake, and strawberries…so combining them all? Genius. All you need is a chocolate drizzle on top. :)

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
February 10, 2015 3:54 pm
Reply to  Briana Thomas

You’re so right!!!

Ami@NaiveCookCooks
Ami@NaiveCookCooks
February 8, 2015 9:36 pm

Omg I am a big sucker for no bake desserts!! These are so pretty and those glasses – love!

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
February 8, 2015 10:05 pm

Thanks so much Ami!