Description
These adorable Easter Egg Cheesecake Jars are a fun and festive treat for your Easter celebrations! Creamy, smooth cheesecake layered with colorful Easter candy eggs makes for a delightful, portable dessert. Perfect for a crowd or a family gathering.
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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1 tablespoon sugar
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- ½ cup Easter candy eggs (chocolate, candy-coated, or any preferred Easter candy)
Instructions
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Prepare Cheesecake Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
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Prepare the Crust: In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until well mixed.
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Assemble the Jars: Divide the graham cracker crust evenly among your jars or serving cups (about 2 tablespoons per jar). Press down gently with a spoon to form a compact layer.
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Add the Cheesecake Filling: Spoon the cheesecake filling on top of the graham cracker crust, filling each jar about ¾ full.
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Chill the Cheesecakes: Refrigerate the jars for at least 2 hours to allow the cheesecake to set.
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Top with Easter Eggs: Before serving, top each jar with a handful of Easter candy eggs for decoration.
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Serve and Enjoy: Serve chilled and enjoy your festive Easter Egg Cheesecake Jars!
Notes
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You can use any type of candy eggs you like (chocolate, jelly beans, or candy-coated). You could also add fruit like berries for a fresh twist.
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These jars can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days before serving.
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If you want to make it more decadent, top with whipped cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg