Like the look of this? It’s incredibly easy to make – and no bake! A twist on the classic cheesecake, this is perfect for entertaining because all the elements can be made ahead then simply assembled prior to serving. Put your own touch on it with variations such as a touch of spice to the crumble, or using other fruits. Impress your family and friends with this gorgeous treat!
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Strawberry Cheesecake Sundae Pots
Prep: 25 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Dessert
Servings6
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A twist on the classic cheesecake, this is a no-bake dessert that is fast and easy to make, and is perfect for entertaining because you can make-ahead all the elements and just assemble prior to serving!
Ingredients
Cheesecake Mousse
- 225 g /8 oz cream cheese , softened
- 1⁄2 cup confectioners’ sugar (icing sugar)
- 1 1⁄2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1⁄2 tsp lemon zest
- 3⁄4 cup heavy whipping cream , whipped
Graham Cracker crumble
- 1 1⁄2 cups lightly crushed graham crackers
- 3 tbsp packed brown sugar
- 4 tbsp salted butter , melted
Strawberry Caramel
- 250 g / 9 oz punnet of strawberries
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 1⁄4 cup cold water
Instructions
Cheesecake Mousse
- Beat the cream cheese, confectioners’ sugar, vanilla and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
- Fold in the whipped cream. Then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until required (will keep for 3 days).
Strawberry Caramel
- Puree half the strawberries.
- Quarter the remaining berries (if large, otherwise halve).
- Combine the sugar and water in a pan and stir over low heat to dissolve the sugar, then turn up the heat to medium high and cook for 4 to 5 minutes without stirring until a golden caramel forms.
- Remove from heat, stir in puree carefully (it may spit) then return to low heat and stir until smooth.
- Let cool, then add reserved berries. Refrigerate until required.
Graham Cracker Crumble
- Combine the crushed crackers, brown sugar and butter in a bowl and mix well.
To assemble
- In a clear glass, place some graham cracker crumble in the base.
- Spoon over cheesecake mousse and top with strawberry caramel.
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Can I let the cheesecake mousse set in the dessert cups with the base and let it sit for 2 days then top with strawberry caramel? I need to be able to make something Atleast 2 days in advance. Thanks Nagi x
Yes JC you could do that! Just cover them with clingfilm so the tops don’t dry out! N x
Hi Nagi, could I use frozen strawberries in this recipe instead? Thx.
Hi Nagi, I’m going to purchase some jars so I can make these and bring on a picnic 🙂 Do you happen to recall what size you used? (I’m looking at some 300ml preserving jars from Kmart)
Thanks so much!
Can you use Digestive biscuits or Malt biscuits for the base instead of Graham crackers? (They are not easy to find). Apparently Woolies do have them sometimes but they are out of stock at the moment.
100% Gail! N x
What is a Graham cracker? I’m in the uk, I’ve not heard of them?
Hi Jayne, Graham Crackers are semi-sweet american biscuits made from graham Flour. – N x
Made this today for lunch with some friends and we all absolutely loved it! Not tricky to make and looked really pretty in some mason jars! Thank Nagi!
So pretty! Another of your great ideas saved in my Recipe Tin App. 🙂
Thanks Sea Salt Galley Kat!! This one might be a bit of a challenge to make in the galley…so save it for when you’re on dry land! Been keeping up with your sailing posts…..you’ve been busy! It’s a full time job, this sailing and yacht ownership business!!
what a cute idea!
Thanks! It really is so easy – nothing on my blog is hard, I’m not good enough a cook!
Nagi, Idontknow why it took so long to find you! (sounds like a love story- I do love you in a sisterly fashion)
My Oh My Oh My!
Please , please , please dont ever again say you’re not a good enough cook. (response to ‘dina MAY 22, 2014 AT 9:13 AM”)
darli’ you have become my NUMBER ONE GO TO CHEF.
Every time I feel like making something, I think to myself
“I bet Nagi has made this recipe! How would Nagi do it??”
You my fellow Sydneysider are a TRUE STAR!
My son complimented me on making your BBQ Pork Ribs and homemade BBQ sauce!
You’re right in that post I am never going to buy BBQ sauce again. When I can easily make it and spice it up to my ‘hot chilli, spicy’ heart’s desire.
Thank you with Love, Layla x
I just found your site …. I LOVE it and have passed it on to my daughters. Don’t sell yourself short, you are an amazing cook and exactly what the average cook wants to feed (and impress) the family. Thank you for sharing your skill and ideas!
Thanks Diane!! I am happy your daughters are cooking too!! N x