No-Bake Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Jars : Creamy, Dreamy & Effortlessly Elegant
These No-Bake Vanilla Bean Cheesecake Jars are everything you love about cheesecake—rich, creamy, and perfectly sweet—layered into individual jars for a fun and fuss-free dessert. Infused with real vanilla bean and topped with fresh fruit or a drizzle of honey, they’re ideal for dinner parties, picnics, or anytime you want an elegant treat without turning on the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- chill time: 2 hrs
- Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
- Yield: 4–6 jars 1x
Ingredients
For the crust:
¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp sugar
For the vanilla bean cheesecake filling:
8 oz cream cheese, softened
⅓ cup powdered sugar
Seeds from 1 vanilla bean (or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup heavy cream
Optional toppings:
Fresh berries
Fruit compote
Crushed cookies
Honey or lemon zest
Instructions
Make the crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press about 2 tablespoons into the bottom of each small jar or glass. Chill while you make the filling.
Prepare the filling: In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy.
Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
Assemble: Spoon or pipe cheesecake filling over the chilled crusts. Smooth the tops. Chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Top & serve: Add fresh fruit, compote, or any toppings just before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 4g