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No-Bake Cheesecake in a Jar

No-Bake Cheesecake in a Jar: A Healthier Sweet Treat!

This No-Bake Cheesecake in a Jar offers a healthier twist on a classic dessert, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Topping
  • 2 cups Pitted Cherries Fresh or frozen cherries
  • 3 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup Acts as a natural sweetener
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Adds tartness
  • 2 tablespoons Water Helps dissolve the corn starch
  • 1 tablespoon Corn Starch Thickens the cherry compote
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened, can substitute with light cream cheese
  • 1 cup Plain Full-Fat Greek Yogurt For a lighter filling
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can substitute with gluten-free crackers
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Melted; a dairy-free alternative can be used

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • mini mason jars
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted cherries, pure maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, water, and corn starch. Bring to medium heat, stirring continuously for about 5-10 minutes until thickened. Cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt using an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually blend in the remaining maple syrup and lemon juice. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and mix thoroughly. Divide evenly among six mini mason jars, pressing down to form the crust.
  4. Spoon the chilled cheesecake filling over the crust in each jar, spreading evenly while leaving space for the cherry topping. Layer the cooled cherry compote on top.
  5. Chill the assembled jars in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving. Enjoy within three days for best taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, add fruit toppings after chilling to maintain freshness and appeal.

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