Cherry Cheesecake in Single-Serve Jars

Cherry cheesecake is even more delicious when it's layered in a jar — and best of all, no baking is required for this classic treat!

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Looking for a fun, easy single-serve dessert for your next get-together? Then look no further! This recipe for no-bake cherry cheesecake in single-serve jars is the perfect sweet treat to serve to family and friends for any occasion!

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Things You'll Need

  • 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (8–9 graham crackers)

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream

  • 8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 Tbsp. sour cream

  • 1 tsp. lemon juice

  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

  • 1 21-oz. can cherry pie filling

  • 4 8-oz. glass jars

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1. Prepare the graham cracker crust

Add the graham crackers to a food processor and pulse until finely ground. If you don't have a food processor handy, place the graham crackers in a plastic baggie, close it well, and crush them with a rolling pin.

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Next, add melted butter and pulse again until fully combined. Place the graham cracker mixture in a bowl and set it aside.

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2. Make the whipped cream

Pour heavy whipping cream in a bowl and beat with a hand mixer for 3 to 4 minutes or until it thickens to the consistency of whipped cream. Set it aside.

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3. Make the cheesecake filling

Add the cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to a bowl. Beat it with a hand mixer until fully combined.

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4. Mix the cheesecake mixture and whipped cream

Use a rubber spatula to fold the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully combined.

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5. Assemble the cheesecake jars

Add a couple of scoops of the graham cracker crust mixture to each jar.

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Tip

Pack down the crust a bit by lightly tapping the jar on the countertop.

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Add 2 scoops of the cheesecake mixture to each jar, leaving room for the cherry topping.

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Add the cherry pie filling to the top of each jar.

Tip

These cherry cheesecake jars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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