Description
Mini Easter Cheesecake Jars – A Cute, No-Bake Spring Dessert are the perfect way to celebrate the season with a delightful treat that’s both visually appealing and easy to prepare. These charming individual desserts feature creamy cheesecake layers paired with a crunchy crust, making them an ideal addition to any spring gathering or festive brunch. With no baking required, you can whip these up in just 20 minutes and customize them with your favorite colors and toppings, making them a hit with both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting Easter celebrations or simply enjoying the arrival of spring, these mini jars will impress your guests while offering a light and refreshing dessert option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 12 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Mini chocolate eggs or jelly beans
- Pastel sprinkles
- Shredded coconut (optional, dyed green for 'grass')
Instructions
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt until crumbly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of small jars.
- In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream until medium-stiff peaks form; set aside.
- Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Layer the cheesecake filling over the crusts in each jar.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Decorate with toppings just before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (135g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg