Blackberry-Lemon Swirl Cheesecake Jars

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Blackberry-Lemon Swirl Cheesecake Jars

These portable cheesecake jars layer tangy lemon-cream cheese filling with a quick blackberry compote. No baking required—just chill in a cooler and enjoy a refreshing, elegant dessert after a day on the trail.

Servings jars

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Equipment

4 small jars or cups
Mixing bowl
fork or whisk
Small saucepan

Ingredients

1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries
2 tbsp sugar
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
8 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 tbsp lemon zest plus extra for garnish
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup crushed graham crackers

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine blackberries, 2 tbsp sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until berries burst and mixture thickens, about 7-10 minutes. Cool completely.
In a bowl, beat cream cheese, yogurt, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
Layer 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers into the bottom of each jar. Add a generous scoop of lemon cheesecake filling, then swirl in a spoonful of blackberry compote.
Repeat layers, finishing with more compote and a sprinkle of lemon zest on top.
Seal jars and chill in a cooler for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make the blackberry compote at home or on a camp stove. Store jars in a cooler for a firm, creamy texture. No-bake and low-mess—perfect for a deluxe dessert at the campsite.

Calories: 607kcal

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cooler-friendly, easy cleanup, make ahead, no-cook, summer camping, vegetarian

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