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Easy No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Jars Recipe with Graham Cracker Crumble for Perfect Summer Desserts

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A quick and fuss-free no-bake lemon cheesecake in jars with a crunchy graham cracker crumble, perfect for light and refreshing summer desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
  • 2 tbsp honey (optional)
  • Thin lemon slices or twists (optional garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons sugar. Stir until evenly mixed and the crumbs are moistened. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese and ⅓ cup sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Mix in 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons honey if using. Blend until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream to soft peaks, about 3-5 minutes on medium-high speed.
  5. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula, keeping the mixture light and airy.
  6. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of graham cracker crumble into the bottom of each jar or glass. Layer on a generous ½ cup of the lemon cheesecake filling. Repeat to fill jars, leaving space at the top for garnish.
  7. Cover the jars with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight to set.
  8. Before serving, sprinkle a little extra graham cracker crumble on top and garnish with thin lemon slices or fresh mint leaves.

Notes

Soften cream cheese properly before mixing to avoid lumps. Chill the heavy cream and mixing equipment for better whipping. Use gentle folding to keep the filling airy. Avoid over-saturating the graham cracker crumbs with butter to maintain crumbly texture. Chill jars before serving for best texture. Can be made dairy-free or gluten-free with substitutions.

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Keywords: no-bake, lemon cheesecake, summer dessert, graham cracker crumble, easy dessert, chilled dessert, quick dessert

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