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    Home » Recipes » No Bake Desserts

    No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Layered Dessert Shooters

    June 13, 2016 Updated July 1, 2023 BySam 20 Comments

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    Sweet, creamy, no-bake cheesecake layered over a tart raspberry pie filling.  Served in single-serving-sized shot glasses on a graham cracker crust and topped with whipped cream, these decadent little desserts are the perfect miniature treat for your next get-together.  

    No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Layered Dessert Shooters

    I just have a short post for you today, one with almost more pictures than words.

    No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Layered Dessert Shooters

    No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Layered Dessert Shooters

    I recently shared these raspberry cheesecake dessert shooters over on Spend With Pennies, but I wanted to share them here with you, too.

    I raved about the homemade berry filling and creamy cheesecake over there, so I won’t go into too much detail here, but I do want to stress a few things before I go.

    1.  That cheesecake filling is not your average no-bake cheesecake.  Unlike many no-bake cheesecakes that can fall flat in terms of flavor (Psst, mine does not, but many I tried before developing mine did!), these dessert shooters have all of the depth and richness of “real” cheesecake, thanks to a healthy spoonful of sour cream (cheesecake made without sour cream just isn’t really cheesecake to me).
    2. That homemade filling — so good, and so worth making from scratch.  In a bind you can definitely substitute a can of pie filling, but if you have about 20 minutes to spare it’s worth every second to make this tart filling from scratch.
    3. My family raved about these.  I was hesitant to even send them over because sometimes my siblings can be funny about fruity desserts, but, according to a text message from my mom, these shooters were devoured nearly instantly.  So yeah, you’re going to want to try them out for yourself and see what all the fuss is about.
    4. Individually portioned. Like my mini cheesecakes, these are great for serving up single-serving-sized and feeding a crowd!
    5. Customizable, substitute strawberry sauce for the filling and top with macerated strawberries for a strawberry cheesecake version!
    6. Use store-bought pie filling or make my simple raspberry sauce (recommended)!

    No-Bake Raspberry Cheesecake Layered Dessert Shooters

    Annnnd that’s all from me today.

    I hope these desserts bring a little brightness into your Monday.

    Raspberry shooters topped with raspberries

    Raspberry Cheesecake Dessert Shooters

    Sweet, creamy, no-bake cheesecake layered over a tart raspberry pie filling. 
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Servings: 22 shooters
    Calories: 172kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    Raspberry layer (or use one 21oz can of raspberry pie filling -- you will not need the whole can)

    • ⅓ cup sugar
    • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
    • 3 cups frozen raspberries--divided
    • 2 tsp lemon juice
    • ½ Tbsp butter

    Crust

    • ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
    • 1 Tbsp sugar
    • 2 Tbsp butter melted

    Cheesecake

    • 16 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 2 cups powdered sugar
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • Whipped cream and fresh raspberries for topping optional

    Instructions

    Raspberry Sauce - skip this step if you are using storebought pie filling-

    • In a medium-sized saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, 2 ½ cups raspberries, and lemon juice over medium-low heat.
      ⅓ cup sugar, 1 Tbsp cornstarch, 3 cups frozen raspberries--divided, 2 tsp lemon juice
    • Stir frequently until raspberries release their juices.
    • Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
    • Boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute and remove from heat.
    • Add in remaining ½ cup raspberries and butter. Stir until butter is melted and raspberries are soft and broken.
      ½ Tbsp butter
    • Set aside, and allow to cool while you prepare the crust and filling.

    Crust

    • Using a fork, combine graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Stir in melted butter.
      ½ cup graham cracker crumbs, 1 Tbsp sugar, 2 Tbsp butter
    • Measure out approximately 1 ½ tsp of the graham cracker crumb mixture into the bottom of each shot glass and lightly tamp down. Set prepared shotglasses aside and make your cheesecake filling.

    Cheesecake

    • In a stand mixer or with electric mixer, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and vanilla extract until completely combined
      16 oz cream cheese, ¼ cup sour cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • Gradually stir in powdered sugar.
      2 cups powdered sugar
    • With mixer on low-speed, slowly add heavy cream, stirring until combined.
      ½ cup heavy cream
    • Gradually increase speed to medium, and then high, and beat mixture on high-speed for 2 minutes.
    • Transfer the mixture into a large ziploc bag and refrigerate (sealed) until ready to use.

    Assembly

    • Once the raspberry filling has cooled, portion out a heaping tablespoon on top of the crust in each prepared shot glass.
    • Snip the corner of the ziploc bag holding your cheesecake mixture, and pipe the cheesecake on top of the raspberry filling, filling each shotglass to the brim with cheesecake.
    • Immediately before serving, top with whipped cream and raspberries, if desired.
      Whipped cream and fresh raspberries for topping

    Notes

    I usually buy my 2 oz disposable shot glasses from Amazon -- just search "2 oz plastic shot glasses".
    *Prepare the sauce first, as it will have to cool to room temperature -- at least 30 minutes -- before you can use it

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1shooter | Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 413IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

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    Comments

    1. Cma

      September 27, 2024 at 5:08 pm

      I’ve made this a few times scaling it up a bit, and sometimes the filling doesn’t fluff up after adding the heavy whipping cream. Should I use the whisk instead of the paddle? Is my speed not high enough? Any pointers?

      Reply
      • Sam

        September 28, 2024 at 7:18 am

        If you are increasing the recipe it may just need to be mixed a little bit longer, or faster. 🙂

        Reply
    2. Veleste Carbon Samuel

      May 13, 2024 at 11:35 am

      Hello, how many 2oz shooter do I need for this recipe?

      Reply
      • Sam

        May 13, 2024 at 9:52 pm

        This recipe will make about 22. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Stacie B

      July 07, 2023 at 10:30 pm

      5 stars
      Lots of love for these cute desserts-made them for several showers and family events in both gluten-free and regular form. Tks for posting!
      *worth noting: If you strain the seeds from the berry mix after cooking, you end up with much less filling-had to double the raspberry portion of the recipe to have enough.

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 09, 2023 at 10:47 pm

        I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Stacie! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Kayla

      September 01, 2021 at 9:08 am

      Any change in the recipe if using fresh raspberries?

      Reply
      • Sam

        September 01, 2021 at 9:28 am

        You may need to add a splash of water in the beginning, 2-3 teaspoons. Other than that no change! Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    5. Aimee

      August 15, 2021 at 8:12 pm

      Looks amazing!!! Can strawberries be substituted for the raspberries?

      Reply
      • Sam

        August 15, 2021 at 9:00 pm

        Hi Aimee! That should work just fine. Enjoy! 🙂

        Reply
    6. LoveToBake

      July 22, 2021 at 7:41 pm

      What’s your opinion on whipping the heavy whipping cream then adding it to the mixture ? Instead of adding it to the mixture as liquid form

      Reply
      • Sam

        July 26, 2021 at 10:16 pm

        You can do it that way. It will make a slightly sturdier filling. I would probably beat half of the powdered sugar in with the cream to make it a little sturdier and less likely to deflate. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Lynette

      May 23, 2021 at 1:27 pm

      5 stars
      I will have to save this one for sure. Thank you for posting.

      Reply
      • Sam

        May 23, 2021 at 2:43 pm

        I hope you love it! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Charrison

      January 26, 2019 at 3:17 pm

      5 stars
      Made these for a babyshower and they were very delicious and a real hit. Everyone wanted the recipe. Thanks for sharing this.

      Reply
      • Sam

        January 26, 2019 at 7:15 pm

        I’m so happy to hear this! Thank you for letting me know how they turned out for you!! <3

        Reply
    9. CassandraS

      September 09, 2018 at 3:05 am

      How far in advance can these be made?

      Reply
      • Sam

        September 12, 2018 at 10:12 am

        About 3 days, but I would wait until the day of serving to assemble. 😃

        Reply
    10. Sues

      June 13, 2016 at 10:08 pm

      Gorgeous!! And definitely making my rough Monday a little happier (but would be way happier if I actually had one in front of me!) 🙂

      Reply
      • Sam

        June 15, 2016 at 1:37 pm

        Thank you so much, Sues! 🙂

        Reply
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