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Lemon Cheesecake in a Jar

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This lemon cheesecake in a jar is a creamy, tangy dessert layered with a lemon cookie crust and topped with lemon curd, whipped cream, and fresh berries. Easy to make ahead, it’s a refreshing and elegant treat perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 12 lemon-flavored crisp cookies, finely crushed
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • Zest of 1 medium lemon
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup lemon curd
  • Fresh whipped cream, as needed
  • Fresh berries, as needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Pulse lemon cookies in a food processor to form fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter and press evenly into the bottoms of 6 oven-safe jars or ramekins. Bake for 6 minutes, then cool.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil for the water bath.
  4. In a bowl, mix sugar and lemon zest until fragrant. Add cream cheese and beat until smooth. Mix in eggs one at a time, then add heavy cream and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the jars, filling each about 3/4 full. Place jars in a deep baking pan and carefully add boiling water to reach halfway up the sides of the jars.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until edges are set and centers slightly jiggle. Remove jars and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Chill cheesecakes in the refrigerator for at least 5 hours or overnight.
  8. Before serving, top each with lemon curd, whipped cream, and fresh berries.

Notes

  • Use graham crackers or vanilla wafers for a different crust.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to the filling for more tang.
  • Skip whipped cream for a lighter topping.
  • Let cheesecakes chill overnight for best texture.

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