101-Calorie Strawberry Cheesecake Cups
If you love cheesecake but want something a little lighter for an everyday treat, these 101-Calorie Strawberry Cheesecake Cups are the perfect answer. They have all the flavors you want in a strawberry cheesecake: a sweet graham cracker crust, a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling, and plenty of fresh strawberries on top. The best part is that you can make one in just a few minutes without turning on the oven.
This single-serving dessert is wonderful when you want something sweet but do not want an entire cheesecake sitting in the refrigerator tempting you. It is also easy to prepare ahead of time. Mix everything together, layer it in a small jar or cup, and refrigerate it until you are ready for dessert. After chilling, the graham cracker crumbs soften slightly and the filling becomes thicker, giving every bite that classic cheesecake flavor and texture.
Be sure to use the dry sugar-free cheesecake pudding mix straight from the package. You do not need to prepare the pudding first. Just one teaspoon adds cheesecake flavor and helps thicken the yogurt mixture. The zero-sugar whipped topping makes the filling lighter and fluffier, while the vanilla Greek yogurt adds creaminess and a little extra protein.
Fresh strawberries are perfect for this recipe because they add natural sweetness, beautiful color, and a fresh flavor that balances the creamy filling. Dice them into small pieces so you get a little strawberry in every bite. If your berries are especially juicy, pat them gently with a paper towel before adding them to the cup. This will keep extra liquid from making the dessert watery while it chills.
Ingredients
½ cup fresh strawberries, diced
¼ cup nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon zero-sugar whipped topping
1 teaspoon sugar-free cheesecake instant pudding mix, dry
½ sheet graham cracker
Directions
Wash the strawberries, remove the stems, and dice the berries into small pieces. Set them aside.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt, zero-sugar whipped topping, and dry sugar-free cheesecake pudding mix. Stir until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no streaks of pudding mix remaining.
Crumble the graham cracker into the bottom of a small jar, glass, or dessert cup. Press the crumbs down lightly with the back of a spoon to create the crust.
Spoon the cheesecake mixture over the graham cracker crumbs and spread it into an even layer.
Add the diced strawberries over the top of the cheesecake filling.
Cover the cup and refrigerate it for 30 minutes to 1 hour. Serve cold.
This recipe makes one cheesecake cup, so it is easy to prepare whenever a sweet craving hits. You can also make several at once for meal prep or a simple dessert tray. Just multiply the ingredients by the number of servings you need and assemble each dessert in its own cup.
For the prettiest presentation, reserve a few pieces of strawberry for the very top. A clear jar or glass will show off all three layers and make this easy little dessert feel extra special. Whether you enjoy it as an afternoon snack or an after-dinner treat, it is cool, creamy, fruity, and satisfying without being heavy.
The calorie count is an estimate and may vary depending on the brands and exact products used.
