Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups (180g) graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp (57g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 0.5 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, cold
- Fresh berries
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions:
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a small bowl. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Spoon roughly 2 tablespoons of the crust mixture into the bottom of each of the 8 dessert cups.
- Press the crumbs down firmly using the back of a spoon or a small flat-bottomed glass to create a compact base. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together on medium-high speed until the mixture is smooth and completely lump-free.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until incorporated.
- In a separate chilled bowl, whip the cold heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Using a rubber spatula, gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a cut-and-fold motion until no white streaks remain.
- Spoon or pipe the filling evenly over the graham cracker crusts and smooth the tops.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours to allow the filling to firm up.
- Just before serving, top each cup with fresh berries and optional mint leaves.