Ingredients:

  • 1.5 cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tbsp (70g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp (12g) granulated sugar
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 0.5 cup (60g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 0.5 cup (75g) fresh raspberries or blueberries
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) maple syrup

Instructions:

  1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a small bowl. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Divide the crust mixture evenly between four dessert cups and press down firmly using the back of a spoon or a small flat-bottomed glass to ensure a compacted base.
  3. In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form.
  4. In a separate larger bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and lump-free, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, rotating the bowl to maintain air volume until the color is uniform.
  6. Spoon or pipe the filling evenly over the crusts, smoothing the tops with a spatula.
  7. Refrigerate the cups for at least 2 hours to set.
  8. Top each cup with fresh berries drizzled with maple syrup just before serving.