Healthy No-Bake Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Jars
A delightful no-bake cheesecake featuring fresh strawberries and zesty lemon, layered in jars for a refreshing, effortless dessert.
Ingredients
For the cheesecake filling
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened Provides creaminess and structure
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Adds tanginess and smooth texture
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Natural sweetness
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens flavors
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped For sweetness and moisture
For the crust
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers Adds crunch and base
- 2 tablespoons melted butter Binds graham cracker mixture
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and chop the strawberries into small pieces and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Greek yogurt. Blend until smooth.
- Add honey or maple syrup, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and mix until well-combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix crushed graham crackers with melted butter until evenly coated.
Assembly
- Layer the graham cracker mixture at the bottom of each jar, pressing it down lightly.
- Add a layer of the cream cheese mixture on top of the graham cracker crust, filling the jars halfway.
- Distribute the chopped strawberries evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Repeat the layering process with more cream cheese mixture, then the remaining strawberries on top as garnish.
Chilling
- Cover the jars and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up before serving.
Notes
For best results, soften the cream cheese fully, use fresh strawberries, and chill longer for better flavor melding. Adjust sweetness based on preference, and ensure crackers are finely crushed.