Strawberry Coconut No-Bake Cheesecakes
Strawberry Coconut No-Bake Cheesecakes offer a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake, sweet strawberries, and tropical coconut flavors—all without the need for baking. Here's a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
For the Strawberry Topping:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
For Garnish:
- Additional sweetened shredded coconut
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions:
Prepare the Crust:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well mixed.
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of individual serving glasses or jars to form the crust. Set aside.
Prepare the Strawberry Topping:
- In a bowl, toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice until well coated.
- Let the strawberries macerate for about 15 minutes, allowing them to release their juices and become syrupy.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut and whipped cream until evenly incorporated.
Assemble the Cheesecakes:
- Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the prepared crusts in each serving glass or jar, filling almost to the top.
- Top each cheesecake with the macerated strawberries, dividing them evenly among the servings.
Chill:
- Cover the serving glasses or jars with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cheesecakes for at least 2 hours, or until fully chilled and set.
Garnish and Serve:
- Before serving, garnish each cheesecake with additional sweetened shredded coconut and fresh strawberry slices, if desired.
- Serve chilled and enjoy these delightful Strawberry Coconut No-Bake Cheesecakes!
These cheesecakes offer a perfect balance of creamy, fruity, and coconutty flavors—a refreshing treat for any occasion. Enjoy!
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