Description
These no-bake Easter Egg Cheesecake Jars are the perfect pastel-colored treat layered with creamy cheesecake filling, buttery cookie crust, and festive toppings—ideal for spring gatherings and Easter celebrations.
Ingredients
For the Crust
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits)
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2 tablespoons melted butter
For the Cheesecake Filling
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
For Coloring
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Food coloring in pastel shades (pink, yellow, purple, blue)
For Toppings
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Mini chocolate eggs
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Easter sprinkles
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Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust
Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Stir until evenly moistened. Press a layer into the bottom of each jar to form the crust base. -
Make the Cheesecake Filling
Beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the whipped topping until fully incorporated. -
Color the Filling
Divide the cheesecake filling into four small bowls. Add a few drops of different food coloring to each bowl and mix until pastel shades are achieved. -
Layer the Jars
Spoon or pipe alternating colored layers of cheesecake filling over the crust in each jar. Continue layering until jars are full. -
Chill the Jars
Place jars in the fridge for at least 1 hour to allow the cheesecake to set. This also helps the flavors meld. -
Add Toppings and Serve
Before serving, top each jar with mini chocolate eggs, sprinkles, and a dollop of whipped cream for a festive finish.
Notes
For more vibrant colors without thinning the mixture, use gel food coloring. Soften cream cheese fully to ensure a lump-free filling. You can prepare jars 1–2 days in advance and add toppings just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Easter
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Easter Egg Cheesecake Jars, No-Bake Easter Dessert, Cheesecake in a Jar, Spring Dessert, Mini Cheesecake Jars, Festive Cheesecake