Patriotic cheesecake jars are quick, easy, delicious, and perfect for celebrations like Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day.
It’s that time of year again! Memorial Day, Fourth of July, and Labor Day are right around the corner! The official start of summer.
And what better way to celebrate than with some delicious and patriotic treats?
If you’re looking for the perfect dessert to complement the decorations, look no further than these No-Bake Cheesecakes in a jar.
Why You Will Love Patriotic Cheesecake Jar
- Patriotic Color – The color combination of red, white, and blue is instantly recognizable as patriotic, making it perfect for any national holiday or event.
- Perfectly Portioned – These cheesecake jars are not only visually appealing but also delicious and perfectly portioned for individual servings.
- Layered dessert – The layered presentation of the red, white, and blue cheesecakes creates a stunning visual effect.
- Makes a great impression – Made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, these cheesecake jars are sure to impress any dessert lover.
- Individual serving convenience – The convenience factor of having individual servings makes them great for parties or events where guests can easily grab and enjoy.
- Customizable – They can be easily customized for different dietary needs or preferences by using alternative ingredients, such as gluten-free graham crackers or vegan cream cheese.
- Festive Touch – These patriotic cheesecake jars are a unique twist on the classic dessert, adding a fun and festive touch to any occasion.
- Easily transported – They can be easily stored and transported, making them perfect for picnics, potlucks, or other outdoor gatherings.
Serves: 1 Jar pictured serves 2
Note: Recipe written for four people – 2 jars
Prep: 20 minutes
What You Need to Get Started
- Cream cheese
- Red food gel
- Blue food gel
- Graham crackers; smashed
- Sugar
- Whipped topping for topping
- Sprinkles (gold stars, red and blue jimmies, silver glitter)
For exact measurements, please see the printable recipe card below.
Supplies Needed
How to Make Layered Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Jars
In two separate bowls, place one block of cream cheese in each. Add 1/2 a cup of sugar to each.
Add red gel to one bowl and blue gel to the other bowl. Mix well with a hand mixer.
Place graham crackers into a zip lock bag and smash until they form small crumbled pieces.
Layer graham crackers, then red cheesecake mix, then more graham crackers, and blue cheesecake mix.
Top with whipped topping and sprinkles.
Serve cold. You can prepare these ahead of time and cover them with the lid. Top with topping when ready to serve.
Variations
You can finish off the jars with some fresh strawberries and blueberries on top.
Alternatively, you can get creative and add other Fourth of July decorations, such as small flags, sprinkles, or even sparklers (just be sure to remove them before eating).
Printable Recipe Card and Nutritional Values
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Jars
Ingredients
- 2 – 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 drop of red food gel
- 1 drop of blue food gel
- 1 box of graham crackers; smashed
- 1 cup sugar
- whipped topping for topping
- sprinkles choose whatever floats your boat for the 4th
Instructions
- In two bowls, place one block of cream cheese in each bowl. Add 1/2 a cup of sugar to each.
- Add red gel to one bowl and blue gel to the other bowl. Mix well with a hand mixer.
- Place graham crackers into a zip lock bag and smash until small crumbled pieces.
- Layer graham crackers then red cheesecake mix then more graham crackers and blue cheesecake mix. Top with whipped topping and sprinkles.
- Serve cold. You may make these ahead and place the lid on them. Top with topping when ready to serve.
