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Creamy Layered Strawberry Cheesecake Jar Desserts

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These creamy layered strawberry cheesecake jar desserts are a fresh, light, and easy summer treat featuring a crunchy graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and sweet macerated strawberries, all perfectly portioned in jars.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 150g)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (about 85g)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (about 25g)
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened (450g)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (90g), sifted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled (240ml)
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 300g)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (about 25g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons strawberry jam or preserves

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust layer: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the mixture looks like wet sand and holds together when pressed, about 5 minutes. Add more melted butter if too dry.
  2. Press the crust into jars: Spoon about 2 tablespoons (30g) of the crust mixture into each jar, pressing down gently to form a compact base. This takes roughly 10 minutes for 8 jars. Set aside.
  3. Macerate the strawberries: Toss sliced strawberries with sugar and lemon juice in a bowl. Let sit for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Fold in strawberry jam if using.
  4. Make the cheesecake filling: Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 3-4 minutes on medium speed. In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until soft peaks form (about 3 minutes). Gently fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
  5. Layer the jars: Spoon or pipe a generous layer of cheesecake filling over the crust in each jar, about 3-4 tablespoons (45-60g). Add a layer of macerated strawberries with syrup, about 2 tablespoons (30g). Repeat layering if jars are tall enough, finishing with strawberries on top. Takes about 10 minutes.
  6. Chill before serving: Cover jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld and crust to firm up.
  7. Serve: Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice or mint leaf if desired. Enjoy chilled.

Notes

Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps. Whip heavy cream separately and fold gently for light texture. Do not pulverize graham crackers into dust to keep crunch. Macerate strawberries to draw out natural syrup without cooking. Chill jars at least 2 hours or overnight for best results. Vegan and gluten-free substitutions available.

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