Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of No-Bake Cheesecake Jars, a treat that combines rich, creamy cheesecake with your favorite toppings—all without turning on the oven. These charming jars make for an impressive dessert at any gathering or a quick sweet fix when cravings strike. With layers of buttery graham cracker crust and fluffy cheesecake filling, each spoonful is a blissful experience. Customize them with fruits, chocolate, or caramel for an extra touch of indulgence!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Toppings (e.g., fresh strawberries, blueberries, chocolate sauce)
Instructions
- Gather small jars and clean them thoroughly.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined; it should feel like wet sand.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the mixture into each jar and press down to form a crust.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract.
- Whip heavy cream in another bowl until soft peaks form; gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Layer the cheesecake filling over the crust in each jar and smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Top with fresh fruit or drizzle with chocolate sauce as desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours chilling time
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg