Sugar Free Chocolate Cheesecake in a Jar is a simple no bake dessert recipe.
I like how chocolaty and light this tasty dessert is.
Sugar Free Chocolate Cheesecake in a Jar
This is a no bake dessert recipe made without sugar.
Also, this recipe is made in individual jars for quick serving.
Did you try Low Carb Keto Tiramisu in a Jar recipe?
That dessert recipe is also made an served in individual jars. Both this dessert jar recipe and that one are low in carbohydrates and perfect for sharing!
This recipe works great when served in small glass jars. You can find small glass dessert jars to use with these recipe here.
You may be wondering what is a jar dessert.
Jar desserts are basically desserts that are served in jars. That is, individual serving sized jars.
Why would you serve desserts in a jar?
Well, serving desserts in a jar is a creative way to share something a bit different. However, dessert jars can be made in advance and then quickly served, making them convenient for most any host.
You may be wondering can you cook cheesecake in glass.
Yes, this is a cheesecake recipe that is served in a glass jar. However, it is not a cooked or baked recipe for cheesecake.
This is basically a recipe for individual cheesecakes that are both made and served in a jar.
Like with most cheesecakes, this cheesecake is made with a crust and filling. However, this is all done in the jars and there is no baking done.
Here are some tips for making cheesecake in a jar.
My cheesecakes are made with a simple crust that is made with almond flour. You can make this even easier by using crushed sugar free cookies instead.
More helpful tips for you.
- Using a piping bag has made my cheesecakes look even better. You could however, simply use a spoon to fill your cups and then add a layer of whipped topping over that.
- The crust will need to be refrigerated in order to set in place before you can add the next layer. You can make the crust in advance or simply refrigerate them while you make the filling layer.
- Make these boozy by add a small amount of your favorite booze to your filling instead of the vanilla extract.
- Top your dessert jars with fruit such as frozen berries, chocolate chips, or even sugar free sprinkles.
How to store jar desserts.
This jar dessert should be stored covered and refrigerated. If properly stored, it should keep for up to five days.
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- Sugar Free Cheesecake Bars
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How to make a sugar free no bake cheesecake crust.
To make the crust for these jar cheesecakes you will need:
- Almond Flour- 1 cup
- Butter- 2 tablespoons, melted.
- Sugar Free Powdered Sugar- 2 tablespoons.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder- 2 tablespoons.
How to make the cheesecake base for this recipe.
This makes about six crusts for small jars.
- Combine all of the ingredients together in a small or medium sized bowl.
- Evenly distribute the combined ingredients into the bottom of clean jars. You can use a wide handle from an ice cream scoop or similar object to carefully press the crusts in place.
- Transfer the jars to your refrigerator to allow them to set (about 20 minutes).
Ingredients needed to make cheesecake in a jar.
- Cheesecake crust for each jar.
- Cream Cheese- 16 ounces, softened to room temperature.
- Heavy Whipping Cream- 1 cup, cooled.
- Sugar Free Powdered Sugar- ½ cup.
- Vanilla Extract- 1 teaspoon.
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder- 3 tablespoons.
How to make Sugar Free Chocolate Cheesecake in a Jar
Yields: six (6 ounce) Jars.
- Prepare the crust as indicated above. Allow your crusts to set in the refrigerator.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until creamy. Then add the powdered sugar alternative, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Next, in a new mixing bowl and mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the heavy whipping cream unit firm peaks form. Once your peaks form you can add this to the first mixing bowl and mix until combined.
- Evenly transfer the filling to the jars that have been refrigerated. Refrigerate until set, at least two hours.
- Top the cheesecake jars before serving with any desired toppings such as fruit or whipped topping.
The Recipe Card for Sugar Free Chocolate Cheesecake in a Jar.
Sugar Free Chocolate Cheesecake in a Jar,
Equipment
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream Cheese
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- ½ cup Sugar Free Powdered Sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 3 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
Instructions
- Prepare the crust as indicated. Allow the crust to set in the refrigerator.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until creamy. Then add the powdered sugar alternative, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- In a new mixing bowl and mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the heavy whipping cream unit firm peaks form. Once your peaks for you can add this to the first mixing bowl and mix until combined.
- Next, in a new mixing bowl and mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the heavy whipping cream unit firm peaks form. Once your peaks form you can add this to the first mixing bowl and mix until combined.
- Evenly transfer the filling to the jars that have been refrigerated. Refrigerate until set, at least two hours. Top the cheesecake jars before serving with any desired toppings such as fruit or whipped topping.
Recipe Notes
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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used. See thesugarfreediva.com for details on this recipe.
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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.
Sugar Free Chocolate Cheesecake in a Jar, a delicious chocolatey jar dessert recipe made with no added sugar.
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This jar dessert should be stored covered and refrigerated. If properly stored, it should keep for up to five days.
If made as described in this recipe, this cheesecake in a jar recipe should net at about 6 grams.
This cheesecake in a jar is best when served cold, just out of the refrigerator. However, you can top this cheesecake in a jar with whipped topping, fresh or frozen berries, or sugar free chocolate chips.