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Mini Easter Cheesecake Jars

Mini Easter Cheesecake Jars for a Delightful Spring Treat

Mini Easter Cheesecake Jars are a delightful spring treat perfect for any gathering, easy to make, and no-bake!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 jars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs Substitute with digestive biscuits if desired.
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted) Ensure it's completely melted.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar White or brown sugar can be used.
  • 1 pinch salt Balances sweetness.
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) Make sure it's just softened.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract May substitute with almond extract.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens the filling flavors.
  • 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream Whip to medium-stiff peaks.
  • 1 bottle gel food coloring (optional) For pastel colors in the filling.
For the Toppings
  • mini chocolate eggs For a festive touch.
  • jelly beans Add color and fun.
  • pastel sprinkles Enhance visual appeal.
  • shredded coconut Can be dyed green for 'grass' effect.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • piping bag
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Pour in 4 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter and mix until it resembles wet sand.
  2. Spoon about 2–3 tablespoons of the crust mixture into the bottom of each jar. Pack down to create an even layer.
Make the Filling
  1. In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of cold heavy whipping cream until it reaches medium-stiff peaks.
  2. In another bowl, beat together 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice until smooth.
  3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  4. If desired, divide the mixture and tint with gel food coloring.
Assemble and Chill
  1. Layer the cheesecake filling over the packed crust in each jar.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Decorate
  1. Before serving, decorate with toppings like shredded coconut, pastel sprinkles, mini chocolate eggs, or jelly beans.
  2. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jarCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill jars for a full 2 hours for best flavor. Add toppings just before serving.

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