Mojito No Bake Mason Jar Cheesecakes
Cheesecake in a jar? This easy mojito cheesecake recipe will blow your mind. Do you need an elegant dessert to impress guests but your oven is full cooking other dishes? Do you want a portable dessert for a picnic, or it is hot out and you don’t want the oven on? Looking for yet another use for the fresh mint that is taking over the garden? These Mojito No Bake Mason Jar Cheesecakes are just what you’ve been searching for. You mean to tell me I get to have cheesecake and not turn on my oven? Sign me up!
Mojito Cheesecakes
If you’re going to have cheesecake, why not give it all the flavors you love from a Mojito? Lime and mint are so refreshing together, and perfect in this dessert.
I love making these in the Summertime, when the fresh mint has hit the markets (or taken over my garden, whichever happens first). I make these each year as soon as my garden mint is ready. Working with garden grown or market fresh produce is something I have been doing for a long time, and I love sharing ideas with you!
These mason jar cheesecakes are so good!! I really love the jar presentation, and if you make these for guests I guarantee they will be a hit. These are popular every time I make them. I like to enjoy them with a burger and some baked beans. I also love taking them on picnics or to outdoor concerts!
Ingredient Notes And Tips
This mojito cheesecake in a jar does not need any special equipment or fancy ingredients!
Powdered Sugar- To help give this no-bake cheesecake batter body and stiffness, I’ve added a little bit of powdered sugar. It acts as a thickener in this particular recipe. This is an alternative to using gelatin. While the powdered sugar does add sweetness, it actually does a lot more to thicken the cheesecake.
Fresh Lime- Don’t use bottled lime juice! Fresh is always best. Be sure to add the zest, it really makes these little cheesecakes pop!
Heavy Whipping Cream- Heavy cream is best to get those stiff peaks you need to add body and stability to the cheesecake batter.
As for equipment, you will need either a stand mixer or hand mixer, a spoon for scooping the cheesecake batter into the jars, a tomato paste can for pressing the graham cracker crust into the jars (it really is the perfect tool!), and a rubber scraper.
For your cheesecake jars, you will need small jam jars that are 6 ounces each, and the amounts of graham cracker crust and cheesecake mixture fit perfectly!
There is no need for two mixing bowls, you can use the same one for the cream cheese and the whipped cream, you don’t need to wash in between!
How To Make Mason Jar Cheesecakes
These are so simple! Here’s a few basic steps:
- Make the crust and place in the jars.
- Assemble the no bake cheesecake batter.
- Add the batter to the jars.
- Refrigerate until set and enjoy!
Be sure to see the recipe card for all the ingredients and instructions you’ll need.
A small tomato paste can is really great for this step pictured above. It really is the best way to press the crust down into the bottom of the jars!
This recipe is easily doubled to serve more people, just be sure you have enough jars on hand. They will keep for about five days refrigerated. You can either chop the mint and add it right before refrigerating them, or you can wait to add the mint until you serve them.
Between you and me, you don’t even have to make these for a crowd! You can make them and have a few nights of dessert waiting for you in the fridge.
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Mojito No Bake Cheesecake In A Jar
This No Bake Cheesecake in a Jar is the perfect dessert for a picnic. They taste like a mojito with fresh flavors of lime and mint!
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 4 sheets of Graham Crackers, crushed
- 2 Tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
- 1 tsp Granulated Sugar
For the Cheesecake Batter
- 2/3 cup Heavy Whipping Cream, chilled
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Powdered Sugar
- 3 Tbsp Lime Juice
- 2 Tbsp chopped Fresh Mint Leaves
Instructions
For the Crust
- Using a food processor or a plastic sandwich bag with a rolling pin, crush the graham crackers.
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Add the crushed graham crackers and 1 tsp of granulated sugar to the bowl and stir until the cracker crumbs have absorbed the butter.
- Spoon the crust evenly into the jam jars, and use your fingers or a tomato paste can to press the crust down. Place the jars in the freezer to allow the crust to set while you prepare the cheesecake batter.
For the Cheesecake Batter
- In a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, beat the heavy whipping cream on medium high sped until stiff, about 5 minutes. Watch it closely to avoid overbeating.
- Once the cream is whipped, scrape it into a bowl and refrigerate.
- Place the mixer bowl back on the stand mixer (no need to wash the mixer bowl). Add the softened cream cheese, 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, and the powdered sugar to the bowl. Using the paddle attachment, whip the sugars and cream cheese until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add the lime juice to the cream cheese mixture and stir for a minute or two until combined.
- Remove the whipped cream from the refrigerator and add it to the mixer bowl. Using the paddle attachment, stir the cream cheese and whipped cream together ion low speed to incorporate.
- Take the jam jars out of the refrigerator and add spoon the batter into them evenly. If you are using 6 ounce jars, the batter should come up to the very top of the jar right below the rim.
- Top each cheesecake with chopped fresh mint, place the lids on, and refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
Notes
To soften cream cheese, it can be microwaved for 30 seconds on a microwave safe plate, or left out on your kitchen counter until room temperature.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Additional Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts and Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 537
- Sugar: 29
- Sodium: 260
- Fat: 41
- Saturated Fat: 24
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 39
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 118
How cute are these?! I’m planning to make a whole batch for a party and it’ll be nice to have everything already served in a single portion!
These are so great for parties! I hope they are a hit with your guests!
This mojito cheesecake is amazing! It has all the flavors of a mojito and it’s a no bake recipe which makes it even easier! Will make again 🙂
I’m glad you loved these Katheryn!
I love these individually proportioned cheesecakes! I know this is going to be a hit at my house, so I am definitely giving them a go. Thank you so much for the recipe 🙂
You are so welcome Cathleen! I hope you all enjoy them.
Give me all of the mojito cheesecake please!! What a great flavor for cheesecake and I love how simple it is to. make in cute little single serving jars!
I love these too Lauren! It really is the perfect flavor combo for cheesecake.
This is such a perfect idea! Your No Bake Mojito Cheesecakes look sooo mouthwatering.
Thank you Chef Dennis! I hope you enjoy them!
These no bake mojito cheesecakes are a great idea! Love how easy they are to make.
Thank you Anaiah, they really are easy and so fun!
What a lovely idea for a picnic dessert or even just individually portioned desserts for any event.
Thank you Bernice, I hope you like them!
Cheesecake in a jar sounds like the best idea ever! That mojito flavor is incredible and I can’t wait to make it again!
I’m so glad you loved these Jessica!
This is the perfect bbq party dessert. I love key lime, so I know this will be a hit. Fun to make and fun to eat.
Thank you Gloria, I hope you enjoy them!
Such a delicious idea, so simple and with all the flavours of the classic mojito!
Thank you Janice!