No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Jars

No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Jars Recipe

Looking for a quick and delicious dessert that’s perfect for individual servings? These No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Jars are the ideal sweet treat for when you want something creamy, fruity, and easy to prepare. With layers of graham cracker crust, smooth cheesecake filling, and a homemade cherry topping, these jars are a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth without the need for baking!

Ingredients

For the Cherry Topping:

• 1 cup pitted cherries, halved
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp water
• 1 tsp cornstarch

For the No-Bake Cheesecake Filling:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2/3 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

• 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 2-3 tbsp butter, melted

Directions

1. Make the Cherry Topping:
   • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the pitted cherries, maple syrup, lemon juice, water, and cornstarch. Cook for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the mixture thickens into a sauce. If you like, you can mash the cherries slightly as they soften.
   • Once the cherry mixture has thickened, remove it from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling:
   • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
   • Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the filling is smooth and creamy. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the graham cracker crust.
3. Make the Graham Cracker Crust:
   • In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is well-combined and resembles wet sand.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake Jars:
   • Evenly divide the graham cracker crust mixture among six 125mL mason jars, pressing down gently to form the crust at the bottom of each jar.
   • Spoon the cheesecake filling on top of the graham cracker crust. Tap the jars gently on the counter to settle the filling into an even layer.
   • Top each jar with the cooled cherry topping.
   • Serve immediately, or refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the cheesecake to firm up and the flavors to meld.

Tips for Success:

• Make-Ahead Option: These jars are perfect for prepping ahead of time. Simply refrigerate them for up to 2 days, and they’ll be ready to go whenever you need a quick dessert.
• Crust Variations: You can swap out the graham cracker crust for other options like crushed digestive biscuits, vanilla wafers, or even chocolate cookies to switch up the flavor.
• Cherry Topping: You can also use frozen cherries if fresh ones aren’t available—just thaw them before cooking.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories per serving: 220 kcal
• Servings: 6 servings

Time Breakdown:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

These No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake Jars are the perfect individual dessert for any occasion. The creamy cheesecake filling, paired with the slightly tart cherry topping and crunchy graham cracker crust, offers a delicious combination of flavors and textures. Whether you’re making these for a dinner party or just treating yourself to something special, they’re guaranteed to be a hit.

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