No-bake The perfect individual treat for cheesecake lovers is Cheesecake In A Jar! Buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake, and your favourite fresh berries. Small mason jars hold this simple dessert.
– 1¼ cups graham cracker crumb– 1/4 cup granulate sugar– 1/4 cup butter– 8 ounces full-fat cream cheese– 1/2 cup powdered sugar– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Ingredient
Optional toppings and garnishes include whipped cream, mini chocolate chips, chocolate shavings, pie filling, sundae sauce, sprinkles, chopped nuts, cookies, and fresh fruit.
Step 1
Step 1
Instructions
Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a medium bowl until wet sand-like. Push the crust mixture into six 8-ounce glass mason jars with a spoon to make an even layer.
Step 2
Step 2
Press the crust mixture into the bottom of six 8-ounce glass mason jars with the back of a spoon.
Step 3
Step 3
Mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to make cheesecake filling. Beat until soft and creamy with an electric hand mixer. Beat medium-high for 1-2 minutes.
Step 4
Step 4
In a separate bowl, beat heavy cream until soft peaks form (start slow to avoid splashing, increase as needed).
Step 5
Step 5
Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture.
Step 6
Step 6
Prepare Cheesecake Jars: Put the no-bake cheesecake filling in a piping bag or gallon Ziploc bag. Pipe it into each jar after cutting the corner.
Step 7
Step 7
Top cheesecake jars with whipped cream, fresh berries, and other toppings. If you like mousse-like, fluffier cheesecake, serve the jars right away.