Cherry Cheesecake Mason Jars (Lightened-Up Version!) 🍒🥄
Your recipe sounds delicious and guilt-free! Here’s a polished version with pro tips to make it even better—plus fun variations for next time.
Your Recipe (Simplified & Perfected)
Prep Time: 15 mins | Chill Time: 2+ hours | Servings: 4-6 jars
Ingredients:
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4 graham crackers, crushed (low-fat or regular)
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32 oz (4 cups) Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or 2%)
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1 box (3.4 oz) sugar-free cheesecake Jell-O pudding mix
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1 can (21 oz) sugar-free cherry pie filling
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Optional: Lemon zest, vanilla extract, or a splash of almond extract for depth
Instructions:
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Crush & Layer: Divide graham cracker crumbs evenly among jars (press lightly for a crust-like base).
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Cheesecake Filling: In a bowl, whisk yogurt and pudding mix until thick and smooth. Optional: Add 1 tsp vanilla or lemon zest for extra flavor!
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Assemble: Spoon yogurt mixture over crumbs, then top with cherry pie filling. Repeat layers if desired.
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Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to let flavors meld.
🌟 Pro Tips for the BEST Results:
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Texture Hack: Let the yogurt-pudding mix sit for 5 mins before layering—it thickens perfectly!
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Crust Upgrade: Spray jars with cooking spray before adding crumbs to prevent sticking.
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Extra Creamy? Swap half the yogurt for light cream cheese (blended smooth).
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Fresh Twist: Use fresh cherries simmered with a sprinkle of sugar (or monk fruit) + cornstarch for a homemade filling.
Fun Variations to Try Next Time:
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Chocolate Cheesecake: Use chocolate graham crackers + sugar-free chocolate pudding.
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Berry Bliss: Swap cherries for sugar-free strawberry or blueberry pie filling.
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PB&J Style: Layer with sugar-free raspberry filling and a drizzle of powdered peanut butter mixed with yogurt.
Your version is a genius healthy hack! Let me know how it turned out—or if you want tweaks for next time. 😊🍒 (P.S. Try a sprinkle of cinnamon on the crumbs for cozy flavor!)
