All the joy of cheesecake with none of the cracks, water baths or waiting overnight. Layered in glass jars, these look gorgeous from the side, which makes them a favorite for creators.
Ingredients
- 7 oz (200 g) graham crackers or digestive biscuits
- 4 tbsp (55 g) butter, melted
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) cold heavy cream
- 2 cups (300 g) strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Method
- 1
Simmer half the strawberries with the sugar and lemon juice for 5 minutes until syrupy. Cool completely, then stir in the remaining fresh strawberries.
- 2
Crush the biscuits into fine crumbs and mix with the melted butter. Divide between 6 small jars and press down lightly.
- 3
Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- 4
In another bowl, whip the cream to soft peaks, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture.
- 5
Spoon or pipe the cheesecake mixture over the crumbs, then top with the strawberry sauce.
- 6
Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.