Description
Mediterranean-inspired no-bake cheesecake jars blend creamy philadelphia cream cheese with zesty lemon and fresh herbs. Layered with graham cracker crumbs and garnished with pistachios, you’ll savor this elegant dessert in charming individual servings.
Ingredients
Scale
Dairy and Base Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whipping cream
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) sugar
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) graham crackers
- 4 tablespoons (57 grams) butter
Flavoring and Optional Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract
- Fresh fruit or toppings (optional)
Instructions
- Pulverize graham crackers into fine crumbs, blending thoroughly with melted butter to create a cohesive crust mixture.
- Distribute the graham cracker base evenly across the bottom of individual serving jars, pressing firmly to compact the layer.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whip cream cheese until velvety, gradually incorporating sugar and vanilla extract while maintaining a silky smooth consistency.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, creating a light and airy cheesecake filling.
- Carefully layer the creamy cheesecake mixture atop the graham cracker foundation, filling each jar with delicate, even strokes.
- Refrigerate the prepared jars for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the dessert to set and develop a rich, chilled texture.
- Prior to serving, adorn the chilled cheesecake jars with vibrant fresh berries, fruit compote, or desired garnishes for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Use a food processor for uniform graham cracker crumbs, ensuring a consistent and compact crust layer.
- Add a pinch of salt to the crust mixture to enhance the sweet and buttery flavor profile.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Experiment with different toppings like chocolate shavings, caramel sauce, or crushed nuts to create unique flavor combinations and textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg