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Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake Cups

These delightful Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake Cups are a quick and delicious dessert packed with zingy lemon and sweet raspberry flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped cream (or whipped topping)
  • 1 tablespoon zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
For the Raspberry Topping
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon squeeze of lemon juice

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of serving cups or glasses.
Prepare the Cheesecake Filling
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until everything is combined and fluffy.
  2. Gently fold in the whipped cream to give it that light and airy texture.
Layer It Up
  1. Spoon the cheesecake mixture on top of the crust in your cups. Smooth the top or give it a little swirl for fun.
Make the Raspberry Topping
  1. In a small bowl, mix the fresh raspberries, sugar, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Spoon these on top of each cheesecake layer.
Chill
  1. Let your cheesecake cups chill in the fridge for at least 2-3 hours.
Serve and Enjoy
  1. Finally, serve these delightful cups chilled! Garnish with a sprinkle of extra lemon zest or a mint leaf.

Notes

Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing. If using frozen raspberries, thaw them before mixing. You can prepare these desserts a day or two in advance, but wait to add raspberries until just before serving.