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Cheesecake in a Jar

Make cheesecake in a jar for the perfect portable summer dessert that's incredibly easy to make and a delicious way to use seasonal strawberries.
Makes:6 servings

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

Directions

Prep:55 mCook:Ready:2 h 55 m
  1. Mix cookie crumbs, butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar in a bowl until combined. Divide mixture evenly among jars, about 3 1/2 tablespoons each, and gently press (do not pack) into bottoms.
  2. Halve 6 strawberries for garnish, and set aside. Chop remaining strawberries.
  3. Beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, and lemon juice in bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Fold in whipped cream and chopped berries; 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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