Description
Cranberry Orange Mini Cheesecakes in Mason Jars are a delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the tangy sweetness of fresh cranberries and zesty orange. Perfect for any occasion, these visually stunning treats are not only easy to make but also offer endless customization options. Serve them chilled, topped with whipped cream or additional fruit, and watch your guests rave about this irresistible dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream (full-fat)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare mason jars or dessert cups.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter. Spoon into each jar and press down to form the crust.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, and orange zest; mix until creamy.
- Gently fold in chopped cranberries. Spoon filling over crusts in each jar.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly jiggly. Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheesecake (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg