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Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Jars

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Easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake jars have a wonderfully sweet graham cracker crust with a creamy cheesecake layer combined with fresh fruit.

easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars with strawberries and blueberries on a whicker circle

These easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars are perfect for summer celebrations because they are easy to make and can be made ahead of time. Made with homemade whipped cream, cream cheese, yogurt, and fresh berries, this easy dessert comes together in no time at all.

This is important because many people are busy with barbecues and other activities on the 4th of July and don’t want to be fussing in the kitchen. This easy patriotic dessert is also cool and refreshing, perfect for hot summer days when you don’t want to turn on the oven. No bake desserts are a delicious and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

These no bake dessert recipes can be decorated with red, white, and blue sprinkles, stars, fruit, and other patriotic decorations. They can also be served on red, white, and blue dishes with napkins to match.

strawberries and blueberries in a white bowl of water to make easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars

No-bake desserts are a great way to celebrate the 4th of July, Memorial Day, labor day, or any time you are feeling patriotic, without spending much time in the kitchen. They are also a great way to cool down on a hot summer day. 

I use fresh strawberries and fresh blueberries to make these patriotic desserts. You can select any fresh fruit you like to please the whole family. For the jammy center, I use a fruit topping or fruit syrup that I make with very little to no sugar added. See how easily I do that here. Easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars are the perfect treat for your Independence day bbq. The best part is that they are already portioned out and ready to serve. It is a festive treat to beat the summer heat. 

Ingredients For Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Jars

Ingredients for easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars laid out on a wood cutting board.

Crust –

  • I package (9) whole graham crackers
  • 4 tablespoons of butter, melted

Filling –

  • 2 cups of heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup plain (or plain Greek) yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
  • 8 ounces of cream cheese 
  • 1/3 cup of monk fruit sweetener (or sugar)

Optional Toppings-

  • Fresh Fruit such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, or peaches
  • Fruit jam or syrup
  • Dark chocolate sauce
  • White Chocolate sauce
  • Nuts and chocolate chips

Instructions For Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Jars

To begin this sweet treat, start with the crust, then make the filling. 

Crust

neat spiral of graham crackers

The graham crackers need to be ground into crumbs. I find the easiest way to do this is to use a food processor, but I have put them in a ziploc bag and rolled it with a rolling pin (this takes some work and a lot of patience).  

pouring melted butter into a food processor
  1. Grind up one package (9) of graham crackers into crumbs. About 45 seconds in a food processor. 
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe dish covered with a napkin or in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
  3. Slowly drizzle the melted butter into the graham crackers with the food processor turned on. You will see the crumbs start to come together. 
graham cracker crumbs for the crust part of easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars

Transfer the crust mixture into a bowl and set aside. 

Creamy Filling

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, pour in two (2) cups of cold heavy whipping cream. Start on low speed and slowly increase to high (otherwise it is going to fly out all over). Beat for around one minute and then add half the vanilla. Beat another 20-30 seconds until medium soft peaks form. The whipped cream will look like soft little mountains and stick to the whisk attachment. Scrape the whipped topping into a separate bowl. 

Whipped cream on the whisk attachment of a stand mixer

In the same bowl (no need to wash) add an 8-ounce brick of cream cheese. Beat on high for around 30 seconds, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Add in the monk fruit sweetener and beat for another 30 seconds on high. You can substitute the monk fruit sweetener for white sugar (using the same amount) but the caloric and carbohydrate amounts will increase. 

2 copper measuring cups one with monk fruit sweetener and one with yogurt

Stop the mixer and add in the yogurt and the rest of the vanilla and mix until combined about 30 seconds more until smooth and creamy. See how I make homemade yogurt so easily here.

creamy cheesecake filling being mixed in a mixer for easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars

Take the bowl off the mixer and add in the whipped cream topping. Very gently fold it into the creamy cheesecake mixture until combined. A rubber spatula works best for this as you do not want to lose all the air in the whipped cream. You can use cool whip in these no bake 4th of July desserts. 

whipped topping in metal bowl

Assemble Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Jars

The assembly of this delicious dessert is very simple. 

easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars lined on a wood cutting board with jams in mugs
  1. Set up 10 half-pint mason jars and fill them with 2 tablespoons of the graham cracker crust.
  2. Using a large spoon, fill the jars about 2/3 full with the cheesecake filling.
  3. Add a tablespoon or two of jam, fruit sauce, chocolate, or whatever you like. 
  4. Cover with the cheesecake filling until just about the top.
  5. Put a lid on and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Before serving add fresh berries and a sprig of fresh basil or mint to make this a real show-stopper. 

Here Are Some Additional Tips For Making No-Bake Desserts:

side view of easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars
  • For best results, use good quality cream cheese because you are not cooking it and want the best flavor.
  • The heavy cream needs to be cold while the cream cheese works best at room temperature.
  • Don’t overmix your ingredients. Overmixing can cause your dessert to be tough or dense.
  • Be sure to let these dessert jars chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  • Enjoy your no-bake dessert!

Wrapping Up Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Jars

lovely view of easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars with fresh fruit and fresh herbs

Easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars will be a show stopper at the dessert table during the summer months. Throwing a patriotic party has never been easier thanks to this dessert because you can make it one or even two days ahead of time. And it is all ready to serve – no need to dirty more dishes or worry about portion sizes. The only thing you need is a spoon!

This time of year is filled with delicious food and this tasty treat is made with simple ingredients. It’s a perfect time to prepare a make-ahead dessert for all of your July celebrations or any special occasions. You can also mix up the toppings making these dessert jars with any flavor profile you desire. Personally, I love mine with dark chocolate sauce and chocolate chips sprinkled on top.

Recipe For Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Jars

Yield: 10 jars

Easy No-Bake 4th Of July Cheesecake Dessert Recipe

4 jars of easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars with strawberries and blueberries.

These easy no-bake 4th of July cheesecake dessert jars are perfect for the 4th of July because it is easy to make and can be made ahead of time. Made with homemade whipped cream, cream cheese, and fresh berries, this easy dessert comes together in no time at all.

Prep Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • I package of graham crackers (9)
  • 4 tablespoons of butter, melted
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup of plain yogurt
  • 8 ounces of cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup of monk fruit sweetener
  • Berries and fruit jam

Instructions

  1. Make the crust. Put the graham crackers into a food processor and grind until they are crumbs.
  2. Melt the butter and slowly drizzle it into the graham cracker crumbs. Set aside.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the whipping cream for 1 minute. Add half of the vanilla and beat another 20-30 seconds until medium-soft peaks form. Transfer to another bowl.
  4. In the mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and beat for 30 seconds. Add in the sugar and mix on high for another 30 seconds. Scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  5. Add in the yogurt and the rest of the vanilla and beat an additional 20-30 seconds until it is all combined.
  6. Remove the bowl and add back in the whipped topping. Gently fold it in being careful not to lose the airiness in the cream.
  7. Set up 10 half-pint mason jars and fill them with 2 tablespoons of the graham cracker crust.
  8. Using a large spoon, fill the jars about 2/3 full with the cheesecake filling.
  9. Add a tablespoon or two of jam, fruit sauce, chocolate, or whatever you like. 
  10. Cover with the cheesecake filling until just about the top.
  11. Put a lid on and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  12. Before serving add fresh berries and a sprig of fresh basil or mint to make this a real show-stopper. 

Notes

Sour cream or Greek yogurt work perfectly in this recipe.

White granulated sugar can be used in place of the monk fruit sweetener. But the nutrition facts will not be the same.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

10

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 295Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 132mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 0gSugar: 4gProtein: 3g

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