Description
Creamy classic no-bake cheesecake jars bring layers of indulgence to dessert lovers. Graham cracker crumbs, smooth cream cheese, and fresh berries create a delightful treat you’ll savor with each spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, whipped
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Fresh fruit or chocolate chips for topping
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs, then blend thoroughly with melted butter and sugar to create a cohesive base mixture.
- Carefully distribute the cracker mixture into individual serving jars, using firm pressure to compact the crust evenly across the bottom.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese with powdered sugar until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, then tenderly fold in whipped cream to maintain a light, airy texture.
- Delicately portion the creamy cheesecake filling over the prepared graham cracker foundation in each jar, ensuring smooth and even distribution.
- Embellish the surface with selected garnishes like fresh berries, chocolate shavings, or preferred decorative elements.
- Chill the assembled dessert jars in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and texture to set.
- Remove from refrigerator approximately 10 minutes before serving to optimize taste and consistency.
Notes
- Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs for a celiac-friendly version.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining creamy texture.
- Try flavor variations by adding lemon zest, cocoa powder, or fruit purees directly into the cheesecake mixture for unique twists.
- Prepare jars in advance and store in the refrigerator up to 3 days, making them perfect for meal prep or last-minute dessert options.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 403 kcal
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg