Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

Rich, creamy, chocolatey, and completely no-bake, these Easy Chocolate Cheesecake Cups are the perfect lighter dessert when you’re craving cheesecake but don’t want the fuss — or temptation — of a full cheesecake sitting in the refrigerator.

Made with reduced-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, light whipped topping, and a touch of chocolate, these individual dessert cups deliver all the flavor of chocolate cheesecake in a lighter, portion-controlled package. They’re quick to make, require just one bowl, and are perfect for everything from weeknight treats to holiday dessert tables.

And at less than 100 calories each, they feel wonderfully indulgent without completely derailing your healthy eating goals.

Why These Chocolate Cheesecake Cups Work

• No baking required
• Rich chocolate cheesecake flavor
• Lightened up with Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese
• Portion-controlled individual desserts
• Quick and easy to make
• Perfect make-ahead dessert
• Great for parties, holidays, and potlucks

Ingredients & Substitutions

• Light whipped topping – Keeps the cheesecake mixture light and fluffy. You can substitute homemade stabilized whipped cream if preferred.
• Plain nonfat Greek yogurt – Adds creaminess and a little extra protein while helping keep the dessert lighter. Vanilla Greek yogurt works too for a slightly sweeter flavor.
• Reduced-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel) – Gives classic cheesecake flavor with fewer calories and less fat than regular cream cheese.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder – Adds rich chocolate flavor without extra sugar.
• Zero-calorie sweetener – I used Truvia (affiliate link), but Monkfruit, Splenda, Stevia, or your favorite sweetener will work.
• Vanilla extract – Adds warmth and depth of flavor. Almond extract is another delicious option.
• Salt – Just a pinch balances the sweetness and intensifies the chocolate flavor.
• Mini chocolate chips – Add little bursts of chocolate throughout the cheesecake mixture.
• Graham cracker crumbs – Give that classic cheesecake crust flavor without needing to make an actual crust.

How Many Calories and WW Points?

According to my calculations, each serving has about 83 calories and 3 WW Points.

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How to Make No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

Step 1: Gather and prepare all ingredients: light whipped topping, plain fat-free Greek yogurt, reduced-fat cream cheese, unsweetened cocoa powder, no-calorie sweetener, pure vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips and gram cracker crumbs.

Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, stir together 3/4 cup whipped topping, yogurt, cream cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, vanilla extract and salt until creamy and smooth.

Step 3: Mix in 1 teaspoon mini chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

Step 4: Divide the cheesecake mixture evenly between 6 small dessert glasses and top each dessert with a dollop of remaining whipped topping.

Step 5: Sprinkle each dessert with graham cracker crumbs and remaining 1 teaspoon miniature chocolate chips.

Step 6: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Recipe Notes, Variations & Tips

These easy cheesecake cups are wonderfully flexible and easy to customize.

For a fruitier version, top with:

• raspberries
• strawberries
• blueberries
• cherries

For extra crunch, try:

• chopped peanuts
• almonds
• walnuts
• crushed pretzels

If you prefer a deeper chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder or mini dark chocolate chips.

The cheesecake mixture can absolutely be made ahead. For the best texture though, wait to add the whipped topping and graham cracker crumbs until just before serving.

If you can’t find reduced-fat cream cheese, Neufchâtel is an excellent substitute and usually stocked right alongside regular cream cheese in most grocery stores.

Storing Leftovers

Store leftover cheesecake cups covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

If making ahead, store the cheesecake mixture separately and assemble just before serving for the freshest texture.

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Recipe source: Hungry Girl Magazine (affiliate link), Spring 2018

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make chocolate cheesecake cups ahead?

Yes. The cheesecake filling can be made 1–2 days ahead and refrigerated until ready to serve. For the best texture, add toppings just before serving.

Can I freeze cheesecake dessert cups?

You can freeze the cheesecake filling, though the texture is best freshly chilled rather than frozen solid.

What can I use instead of graham cracker crumbs?

Crushed vanilla wafers, chocolate cookie crumbs, crushed pretzels, or chopped nuts all work well.

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