Cheesecake in a Jar

Name: Cheesecake in a Jar
Prep time: 55 min
Total time: 175 min
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; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 0.5 cup white sugar; 0.5 cup heavy cream, whipped

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Perfect for summer picnics, this is a no-bake version of cheesecake in a portable jar with fresh strawberries.

Recipe by RuthE

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Prep Time:

55 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 55 mins

Servings:

6

Yield:

6 jars

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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
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
½ cup white sugar
½ cup heavy cream, whipped

Directions

Stir together cookie crumbs, butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl until blended. Divide mixture evenly among jars (about 3 1/2 tablespoons each) and gently press (do not pack) into bottoms.
Halve 6 strawberries for garnish, and set aside. Chop remaining strawberries.
Beat together cream cheese, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup sugar in bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped cream and chopped berries, and 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.

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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
Vitamin C 35mg	177%
Calcium 53mg	4%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 153mg	3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.