Strawberry Cheesecake Sundae Pots

Knockout strawberry cheesecake in single-serve sundae pots—but what's the secret ingredient for that decadent mousse layer?

strawberry cheesecake dessert cups

Craving a dessert that's both decadent and effortless? Get ready to dive into Strawberry Cheesecake Sundae Pots, where creamy cheesecake meets a sweet and crunchy graham cracker crumble.

These mini flavor explosions are so simple to make, you'll be enjoying a taste of summer in no time!

Cheesecake Mousse

creamy airy cheesecake dessert

Let's whip up some cheesecake mousse – it's super easy and totally yum! First, grab 225g of softened cream cheese. Seriously, make sure it's soft; otherwise, it'll be lumpy, and nobody wants that!

Next, you're gonna beat that cream cheese with half a cup of confectioners' sugar, 1½ teaspoons of vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon of lemon zest. Keep going until it's light and fluffy, like a cloud made of cream cheese!

Now, gently fold in ¾ cup of whipped heavy cream. It is most suitable for individual dessert pots such as these. Careful, don't overmix! You want it light and airy.

Cover it up, pop it in the fridge for at least two hours – patience is a virtue, my friend – and bam! Cheesecake mousse is ready to rock and roll. You can even make it three days in advance.

Strawberry Caramel

fruity sweet dessert delight

Okay, so you're ready to immerse into making the strawberry caramel, huh? I think you'll love this part! First, puree half your strawberries—it is really easy, I swear! Now, don't forget, quarter the rest—unless they're tiny, then halve them—we still want to know they're there! For the best flavor, choose strawberries that are ripe but still firm, similar to those ideal for chocolate-covered creations.

Let's turn sugar into caramel, shall we? Combine sugar and water and dissolve over low heat like we're melting feelings. Then crank up the heat and–bam!–golden caramel happens, takes like 4–5 minutes.

Now, take it off the heat, stir in your puree carefully because it might spit like a toddler! Put it back on low until it is like a smooth dream.

Here is what you want to look for:

  1. A deep amber color that looks rich and decadent.
  2. The puree blends seamlessly without any separation.
  3. An aroma that just screams "strawberry" (in a good way)!

Let her cool, and stir in those reserved berries. Refrigerate, waiting to be used!

Graham Cracker Crumble

crumbly sweet graham treat

That strawberry caramel is going to be amazing, isn't it?! Next up, the graham cracker crumble – it's super easy!

First, I crush about 1 1/2 cups of graham crackers. Don't pulverize them – you want some texture ya know? Now, I mix those crumbs with three tablespoons of packed brown sugar. Brown sugar adds a certain something you won't find in white sugar.

Then, I melt four tablespoons of salted butter. I know, butter makes everything better! I pour that melted, golden goodness over the cracker mixture and stir it all together. I want to make sure those crumbs are coated evenly.

Seriously–could this be any easier? Your crumble is ready! I know, it's tempting to eat it all. Don't do it, you'll want it for the sundaes later.

To Assemble

build it together now

Now for the fun part: assembling our sundae pots! I suggest using clear glass so everyone can see how pretty it will be. Honestly, who doesn't love a layered dessert?

First, I want you to grab your prepped graham cracker crumble and place some at the bottom of each glass – like, a generous spoonful.

Next, it is cheesecake time! I like to think of it as "fluffy cloud goodness." You should spoon a layer of the cheesecake mousse over the graham cracker crumble. Don't be shy!

Finally:

  1. Drizzle your strawberry caramel on top.
  2. Add a few extra fresh strawberry pieces for garnish.
  3. If, and only if, you are feeling really fancy, you can squirt a swirl of whipped cream up there.

And that's it! I told you it was easy! You've assembled beautiful little dreams in a glass. Now you can eat, share, and enjoy!

Short Recipe Version

Prep time: 20 minutes

Cook time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 cups cheesecake mousse
  • 1/2 cup strawberry caramel
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions:

  1. Layer graham cracker crumbs (about 2 tablespoons) into the bottom of each serving pot.
  2. Top with a generous dollop (about 1/2 cup) of cheesecake mousse.
  3. Drizzle with strawberry caramel.
  4. Garnish with fresh strawberries.

Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):

  • Calories: 350
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Protein: 5g