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Strawberry Cheesecake Fresas con Crema

Name: Strawberry Cheesecake Fresas con Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 lbs fresh strawberries; 3 tbsp granulated sugar; 8 oz strawberry cream cheese; 8 oz plain cream cheese; 1 (7.6 oz) can table cream (media crema); 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups heavy whipping cream; 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional); 1 cup honey almond granola, for serving (optional)

Strawberry Cheesecake Fresas con Crema is a creamy, no-bake Mexican dessert that blends strawberry and plain cream cheese with whipped cream into a velvety sauce, served over fresh sugared strawberries and topped with crunchy granola. It delivers cheesecake richness without the oven.

🌍Mexican 🏷️Fresas con crema 🏷️Strawberries and cream 🏷️Strawberry cheesecake 🏷️Dessert No-bake

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Total

20 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

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Ingredients

2 lbs fresh strawberries
3 tbsp granulated sugar
8 oz strawberry cream cheese
8 oz plain cream cheese
1 (7.6 oz) can table cream (media crema)
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)optional
1 cup honey almond granola, for serving (optional)optional

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Instructions

1
Wash the strawberries thoroughly, then let them soak in water for 3-4 minutes.
2
Drain the strawberries, pat them dry, and remove all the stems.
3
Dice the strawberries into small cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
4
Add the granulated sugar to the diced strawberries and mix well to combine. Set aside to allow the juices to release.
5
In a blender, combine the strawberry cream cheese, plain cream cheese, table cream, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, heavy whipping cream, and optional ground cinnamon.
6
Blend the cream mixture on high until it is completely smooth and velvety.
7
Pour the blended cream mixture over the sugared strawberries in the bowl.
8
Using a spatula, gently fold the cream and strawberries together until every piece of fruit is coated.
9
To serve, layer the fresas con crema and granola in a cup or bowl. Enjoy immediately or chill first.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Soften both cream cheeses to room temperature (20–30 min) before blending to avoid lumps and ensure a silky texture.
Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks separately, then fold gently into the cream cheese mixture in two additions to maintain airiness.
Toss fresh strawberries with granulated sugar 20–30 minutes ahead so they release juices and become slightly candied at the bottom.
Assemble no more than 1–2 hours before serving to prevent the granola from absorbing moisture and losing crunch.

Substitutions

Media crema → sour cream or crème fraîche (adds tang; use 7 oz)
Honey almond granola → crushed graham crackers or candied pecans (for textural contrast)
Strawberry cream cheese → all plain cream cheese (8 oz + 8 oz), add 2 tbsp strawberry jam to filling
Heavy whipping cream → Greek yogurt (reduces richness; use 1.5 cups)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate assembled dessert up to 2 hours before serving. Store cream cheese mixture (without whipped cream) separately, covered, for up to 2 days; rewhip heavy cream and fold in before serving.

Equipment

blender or food processor · electric mixer or whisk (for whipping heavy cream)

Common Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes. Blend and refrigerate the cream cheese mixture up to 24 hours ahead, then whip the heavy cream and fold in just before serving. Toss strawberries with sugar 30 minutes before assembly.

What can I use instead of media crema?

Substitute with sour cream or crème fraîche (use 7 oz) for tangier flavor, or omit entirely and increase heavy cream by ½ cup for a lighter texture.

Is this recipe dairy-free or vegan?

No, this recipe relies on cream cheese, heavy cream, and sweetened condensed milk. Dairy-free versions would require full substitution of all three components.

Can I skip the granola topping?

Yes, it's optional. The dessert stands alone as a creamy strawberry dish, but granola adds textural contrast and is recommended.

How do I get the mixture velvety smooth?

Blend both cream cheeses, media crema, condensed milk, and vanilla on medium speed for 2–3 minutes until completely lump-free before folding in whipped cream.