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Strawberry Cheesecake Pots

Prep Time45 minutes
Additional Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Cheesecake
Keyword: Dessert, fruit
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Author: Barbara Schieving

Ingredients

  • 4 graham crackers crushed
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • 2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup granulated sugar divided
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • ¼ cup whipping cream
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350º.
  • Combine crushed graham crackers and butter in a small bowl or Ziploc bag. Spread on baking sheet. Toast in the oven 3–5 minutes until crumbs start to brown. Cool to room temperature.
  • In a small bowl, combine sliced strawberries and ¼ cup sugar. Set aside for at least 30 minutes until the strawberries release their juice.
  • Process the cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, cream and vanilla in a blender until smooth. Add ½ cup of the strawberries with juice, and pulse to incorporate in to cheesecake mixture.
  • Divide the graham cracker crumbs into four serving dishes, reserving 1 tablespoon for garnish. Divide strawberry cheesecake mixture evenly between the dishes. Top with remaining strawberries and juice. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
  • Serve garnished with whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs and a strawberry.