Dairy Free No-Bake Cheesecake Bites

Why You’ll Love These Dairy Free No-Bake Cheesecakes

These no-bake mini cheesecakes are so easy to make and are just as delicious as baked traditional cheesecake (no water bath needed!)! With only 7 ingredients and 15 minutes of prep time, they’re easily becoming one of my favorite desserts to make.

Here are a few more reasons why you’ll love this recipe:

• Tangy and sweet: The combination of dairy-free cream cheese and lemon gives these cheesecakes an authentic, tangy, and sweet flavor that you’ll love.
• Smooth texture: The addition of coconut cream or milk creates an irresistibly silky smooth texture that’s simply delightful.
• 15 minute prep time: With a handful of simple ingredients and no baking required, these cheesecakes are quick and easy to make.
• Perfect for gatherings: These individual no-bake cheesecakes are an excellent choice for parties or get-togethers, and they look picture-perfect when topped with fresh fruit or pie filling!
• Versatile topping options: Feel free to get creative with the toppings – you can use fresh fruit, pie filling, chocolate ganache, or anything else you’d like!

Ingredients

You can whip up these simple mini cheesecakes in no time with just a few simple ingredients. Lots of traditional no-bake cheesecakes use sour cream to create a tangy taste and smooth texture. This dairy free recipe uses coconut cream plus extra lemon juice instead! Here’s what you’ll need:

• Graham crackers: these form the crust. Regular or gluten-free options work well.
• Salted vegan butter: helps bind the crust together and adds flavor. Make sure it’s melted.
• Vegan cream cheese: the star ingredient for the filling, which gives it that authentic cheesecake taste. I used Trader Joe’s Vegan Cream Cheese.
• Coconut cream or milk: adds a creamy, smooth texture to the filling. Choose full-fat options for the best results. Coconut cream creates a firmer texture, but this recipe has been tested with full fat coconut milk too!
• Lemon: this recipe uses both juice and zest. Lemon brings a tangy kick to the filling.
• Sugar: adds just the right amount of sweetness to the crust and filling.
• Vanilla Extract: enhances the flavor of the filling. Use high-quality vanilla for the best taste.
• Toppings: sliced strawberries, blueberries, or pre-made pie filling to add a burst of color and flavor.

helpful tips

Here are a few helpful tips to make your no-bake cheesecake bites even more perfect:

• Add more fresh lemon juice or lemon zest to taste!
• If you’d like a crisper crust, bake it at 350°F for 5 minutes and let it cool for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
• If you’re short on time, you can set the cheesecakes in the freezer for 1-2 hours instead of refrigerating them for 3-4 hours.