No-Bake Tahini Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

Rich and silky chocolate cheesecake enhanced with nutty tahini served chilled in individual cups, perfect for an elegant no-bake treat. This Middle Eastern-inspired recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, layers Cream cheese, Tahini, Powdered sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 8 oz, softened Cream cheese
• 1/3 cup Tahini
• 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup Heavy cream
• 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 4 tbsp, melted Unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp, for garnish Dark chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup graham cracker crumbs and 4 tbsp melted unsalted butter, mixing until crumbs are evenly moistened. Divide mixture into six 4-oz serving cups and press firmly into the bottom to form crusts.
2. Step 2: Using an electric mixer, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1/3 cup tahini, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, whip 1/2 cup heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
4. Step 4: Spoon the chocolate tahini cheesecake filling evenly over the crusts in the cups, smoothing the tops.
5. Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. Just before serving, garnish each cup with 1/2 tbsp dark chocolate shavings.