CHEESECAKE IN A JAR

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

Provided by RuthE

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Strawberry Dessert Recipes

Time 2h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.5 calories, Carbohydrate 36.1 g, Cholesterol 83.4 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 195.9 mg, Sugar 26.8 g