Description
Mini Easter Cheesecake Jars are the perfect no-bake dessert to celebrate spring and add a touch of sweetness to your gatherings. These adorable jars are filled with a creamy cheesecake filling layered over a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with colorful sprinkles and mini chocolate eggs for a festive look. Ideal for Easter celebrations or any springtime occasion, these individual servings are not only easy to make but also allow for creative customization. Whether youβre hosting a party or simply enjoying a treat at home, these delightful jars will bring joy to both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 12 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
- A few drops of gel food coloring (pastel shades)
- Lemon zest or almond extract to taste
- Mini chocolate eggs or jelly beans
- Pastel sprinkles
- Shredded coconut (optional, dyed green for βgrassβ)
Instructions
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl until it resembles wet sand.
- Pack 2β3 tablespoons of the crumb mixture into the bottom of small jars.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until medium-stiff peaks form.
- Beat together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture; repeat with the remaining whipped cream.
- Fill each jar with the cheesecake mixture, leaving space for toppings.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Decorate with shredded coconut, sprinkles, and mini chocolate eggs just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Chill mixing bowls and beaters for better whipped cream texture. Feel free to customize flavors by adding fruit purees or different extracts. Use coconut cream as an alternative to heavy whipping cream for a dairy-free version.