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No‑Bake Mini Cheesecakes (Cheesecake Jars!)

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These No-Bake Cheesecake Parfaits with Boozy Cherries are a deliciously simple dessert featuring creamy cheesecake filling layered with graham cracker crumbs and topped with juicy, bourbon-soaked cherries.

Ingredients

  • 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 4 tbsp butter, melted
  • 2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 jar (24 oz) Morello cherries in syrup (or cherry pie filling)
  • 1–2 tbsp bourbon (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and brown sugar. Add melted butter and stir until combined. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Add the heavy cream and beat until light and fluffy.
  5. If using Morello cherries, drain most of the syrup and mix the cherries with bourbon in a bowl. Let sit to soak while assembling the parfaits.
  6. In small glasses or jars, layer the graham cracker mixture, followed by cheesecake filling, and top with cherries.
  7. Repeat layers as desired. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

  • You can make these ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  • Cherry pie filling can be used instead of Morello cherries for convenience.
  • Adjust the amount of bourbon based on your preference or omit for a non-alcoholic version.

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