Description
Delightful jars of creamy cheesecake layered with fresh strawberries, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix well until fully combined.
- Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of jars, creating an even layer for a sturdy crust.
- Beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in another bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Whip the heavy cream in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form, using an electric mixer.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Layer the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the jars, then add a layer of sliced strawberries.
- Repeat the layers until jars are filled, aiming for at least two layers for a beautiful presentation.
- Chill the jars in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld and cheesecake to firm up.
Notes
These jars are perfect for parties or picnics and can be made ahead of time. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg