Perfect for summer picnics, this is a no-bake version of cheesecake in a portable jar with fresh strawberries.
I followed the cheesecake portion exactly, but used blackberries, blueberries, and golden kiwis. I added some strawberry sauce that I had made for another recipe and topped with more whipped cream. The cheesecake was so light and fluffy. It was surprisingly easy to make and everyone thought they were beautiful.
Read More I followed the cheesecake portion exactly, but used blackberries, blueberries, and golden kiwis. I added some strawberry sauce that I had made for another recipe and topped with more whipped cream. The cheesecake was so light and fluffy. It was surprisingly easy to make and everyone thought they were beautiful.
When some cooks start their review by saying "if I could I would give this 10 stars..", I roll my eyes thinking, drama people. Well, I am one of those people now. I wish I could rate this more than 5 ! I made no changes and it was a such treat. I still have more than half a box of pecan shortbread cookies to use up. I will be making this again, soon for sure.
This is definitely a delicious and sweet day treat for anytime. I made the strawberry and it was fabulous. I then made it with lemon curd and was great also. I threw in a few blueberries with the lemon and got rave reviews. Thanks Ruth
OMG- if I could rate this 10 stars I would. I doubled the recipe and put it in 9 oz plastic tumblers for Happy Hour at the pool. It made 14 and the crowd went crazy over them. Thank you RuthE for this wonderful recipe! I did not change the basic recipe. The only thing I did was add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp almond extract to the Heavy Cream when whipping it.
I followed the directions exactly except had graham crackers crumbs so I used those for the crunchy bottom layer and used raspberries and Marion berries. I made it as a dessert for our Father's Day dinner and everybody raved. A delicious and easy recipe (and so cute in the tiny mason jars)
So easy to make even if your teen ate all the strawberries earlier and you don't have a full block of cream cheese! I substituted strawberry jam, reduced the sugar just a tad, increased the lemon juice (only had bottled), and used pulverized graham crackers as the base. I shaved dark chocolate (one piece from a candy bar), on the tops before closing the lids and chilling. Will make this again, and maybe use fresh strawberries if my hungry teen doesn't eat them beforehand. Thanks!
An amazing dessert...perfect for summer!!!! They would have licked the jar if their tongue would have reached that far :)
Definitely will make again. One of the best desserts I have ever made. May try a variation using fresh peaches. Would rather use graham cracker for crust.
Perfect! But I made an easy graham cracker crumb crust with graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Made as written except used 1/4 cup Splenda instead of sugar; even bought the jars! We couldn't wait to chill the first ones. The last 4 made it to the fridge.
This was really tasty and easy to make! I used Ramekins because I didn't have jars and I used a graham cracker crust since I had it on hand. Was a big hit and will definitely make this again!
This is delicious and so easy! I used Graham crackers instead of the cookies and everyone raved about it! I used 6 Graham crackers and had left over crust so next time I'd probably only use 4. I also used leftover berries instead of strawberries. I will be making this often!
Easy and delicious!!! I used crushed lemon shortbread cookies for the crust, and the cheesecake topping is wonderful as written.
I tripled the recipe and made a full pan for a barbecue today one of the most delicious thing that ever had!!! I have made it at the holidays in the jars ...very nice personal gife
This has become a family favourite.. Light, fluffy, the perfect amount of sweetness! We make our own shortbread first, and we've used all kinds of berries. It's a great recipe.
Made as written except I had no sandies so used graham cracker crumbs. Raves all around. Thanks for this recipe. Don't like to give 5 stars but this is as close as it gets to perfect and would not be afraid to serve to anyone.
Only change...I used dessert glasses and it was just as yummy! Definitely a keeper of a recipe!
Yummy but not too sweet. Kids LOVED it. So did my husband. Will be making it again and again. ----maybe I'll even try it with other types of berries.
This became one of our family favorites very quickly. Great taste! I use graham cracker crumbs instead of Pecan shortbread cookies and they worked very well.
What a great and easy dessert that's also impressive. Served it tonight for guest and was well received. Thanks for this tasty treat!
I followed recipe for the most part. I added blueberries for color (4th of July) & had som filling left over so I made 3 extra with chocolate graham crackers Turned out great !!!
Really good no bake cheesecake. I didn’t even put in the strawberries. I just topped with cherry pie filling. I used plastic cups and served them as a dessert at a cocktail party.
I followed the recipe exactly. The flavor was fantastic!!! The crust made with the Keebler Sandies was a bit hard and the texture was a bit "off". I will defiantly make this again but, going to try gram crackers next time.
I made this on a Saturday morning and at lunch time it was a hit! So much so, my daughter made it again for Sunday's lunch. She halved the amount of sugar and it tasted much better, not so sweet, more balanced. Then she layered it three times in the jar to give a balanced texture to it, not waiting until the end for the crackers. Next time we will try other in-season berries!
This was a hit at the family Christmas dinner this past year 2018. I thought the strawberries looked festive and gave it a try. Each year I try to add 1 new item to the list of foods I bring over to family gatherings . Everyone loved them. The only thing I changed is adding more pecan sandies to the bottom of the jar. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because I didn't get one.
Easy peasy to make. Tastes absolutely delicious - excellent for a dinner party!
I have made this recipe many times. it is delicious and easy. Instead of using shortbread cookies I used graham crackers. I also replaced the whipped cream with sour cream and added some more sugar.
Tasted great. Not very sweet but still quite delicious. My family truly enjoyed this treat.
Really liked, easy. My husband doesn’t care for cheesecake but this was ok with him! Very easy!
Yum! Made it just like the directions, but used whiskey sour glasses as I didn't have any canning jars. It was so good and a perfect end to a summer meal.
Made verbatim except I added 2 tbsp sour cream to the cream cheese mixture for authentic cheesecake flavor. These were a hit, not runny at all (as some reviews stated) and the perfect balance of flavors. Very creamy and thick.
Fantastic! In the interest of honesty, I didn't want to buy strawberries and jars when I had caramel apple pie filling and cupcake liners already in my pantry. So, I made caramel apple cheesecake in cupcake liners. BUT the cheesecake recipe remained unchanged and came out the perfect flavor and consistency. I was comfortable changing the recipe since I was only making this for myself, but next time I have company, I'll follow the recipe exactly (including the jars), and I know it will be wonderful.
It was delicious and easy to make, I also tried it without the strawberries it tasted delicious as well.
This was wonderful. I increased this to 10 servings and every one of them were eaten. No leftovers.
I came to only filling the jars(250ml) to 3/4 so will be increasing the recipe but the taste is amazing. especially the cream filling, did go with a combo of strawberries and blue berries. will be making this again and adding raspberries into the mix. very easy to make and enjoyed the time spent making it as well.
Made these for my bf for easy snack while he's on the road, he LOVES THEM! Many ways to change this recipe up to your liking, I will be making these many times!!!
It’s phenomenal....I replaced the white sugar with powdered confectioners sugar. It was an awesome replacement it tastes better. Try it you find that it works well
Made exactly as directed. Perfect!!! Awesome! My family is already begging for more.
I made this for my work friends and they loved it. I ended up splitting the cheesecake mix into two bowls and made 1/2 raspberry (Coles didn’t have any strawberries) and 1/2 with lemon curd. Will definitely be making this again.
I made a graham cracker crust. Next time I will use the cookies. The dessert was gone in 2 days!!!
Only changes made were using gluten free vanilla wafers for crust and deceased sugar. Very good. Will definitely make again.
Made this but substituted cookies for graham crackers. I am on weight watchers and did the math. Way to many calories for me. Next time I will use fat feee cool whip and fat feee cream cheese. I will use Monk Fruit in place of the sugar and use light margarine for the butter. I will also use low sugar Nella wafers. This will bring the count down significantly. Thanks for sharing.
Made this for Easter family dinner and it was a hit since those who were full from dinner could take the jar home and eat the dessert later. Recipe was tasty without any modifications.
This was a hit at the family Christmas dinner this past year 2018. I thought the strawberries looked festive and gave it a try. Each year I try to add 1 new item to the list of foods I bring over to family gatherings . Everyone loved them. The only thing I changed is adding more pecan sandies to the bottom of the jar. I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because I didn't get one.
Followed the recipe exactly, lots of compliments. I think it's even better the 2nd day!
