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Strawberry Cheesecake Dole Whip Cups

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Creamy, fruity, and indulgent, these easy homemade Strawberry Cheesecake Dole Whip Cups combine the iconic Dole Whip texture with tangy cheesecake and real strawberries. Perfect for summer parties or a quick treat, they come together in under 20 minutes with no baking required.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups frozen strawberries, hulled and quartered (about 10 oz)
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
  • 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 tbsp unsalted melted butter
  • Optional: sprinkle of cinnamon
  • Optional toppings: fresh strawberries (sliced or diced), whipped cream, lemon zest

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Divide evenly among 4 small cups or ramekins and press down lightly.
  2. Add frozen strawberries to a blender and pulse a few times to break them up. Add lemon juice and blend until mostly smooth.
  3. Add cream cheese, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the blender. Blend until creamy and fluffy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired. If mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk and blend again.
  5. Spoon or pipe the strawberry cheesecake mixture evenly over the graham cracker crusts.
  6. Top each cup with whipped cream, fresh strawberry slices, and lemon zest. Add extra graham crumbs for crunch if desired.
  7. For firmer texture, cover and freeze cups for 20-30 minutes. Otherwise, serve immediately for a soft-serve consistency.

Notes

For best texture, use full-fat cream cheese and chill the cups for at least 20 minutes. To make dairy-free, substitute vegan cream cheese and coconut yogurt. For gluten-free, use gluten-free cookies for the crust. Blend cream cheese and yogurt first if your blender is weak. Taste and adjust sweetness and tartness to your preference.

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Keywords: strawberry cheesecake, dole whip, summer dessert, no-bake, easy dessert, frozen treat, creamy, kid-friendly, party dessert

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