Cheesecake in a jar is perfect for summer picnics. This is a no-bake version of cheesecake with fresh strawberries.
PREPARATION TIME:
Prep Time:55 mins
Additional Time:2 hrs
Total Time:2 hrs 55 mins
Ingredients
- 6 pecan shortbread cookies (such as Keebler Sandies), finely crushed
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 6 (1/2 pint) canning jars with lids
- 12 ounces sliced fresh strawberries
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup heavy cream, whipped
Directions
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Mix cookie crumbs, butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl until combined. Divide mixture evenly among jars, about 3 1/2 tablespoons each, and gently press (do not pack) into bottoms.
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Halve 6 strawberries for garnish, and set aside. Chop remaining strawberries.
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Beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon juice in bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped cream and chopped berries; divide evenly among jars, about 1/2 cup each. Top each with a 2 berry halves and cover with lids. Chill at least 2 hours and up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 413 | Calories |
| 29g | Fat |
| 36g | Carbs |
| 5g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 413 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 29g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat 16g | 81% |
| Cholesterol 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium 196mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 27g | |
| Protein 5g | 9% |
| Vitamin C 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium 53mg | 4% |
| Iron 1mg | 4% |
| Potassium 153mg | 3% |
