Introducing Pumpkin Cheesecake Jars, a quick and easy high-protein dessert that’s ready in just under 10 minutes! These jars are sweet, tangy, and crafted with simple, healthy ingredients.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Jars come together in under 10 minutes, perfect for a quick treat.
- Made with simple and wholesome ingredients, ensuring a healthy indulgence.
- The cheesecake filling is packed with protein, thanks to the combination of Greek yogurt and cottage cheese.
- Sweet enough for dessert yet nutritious enough for breakfast or a snack, making them versatile for any time of day.
- Ideal for any occasion, especially during the cozy fall season.
- Despite being made with healthy ingredients, you won’t believe how delicious they taste!
- Easily adaptable to gluten-free by using gluten-free graham crackers.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I substitute cottage cheese with something else? Cream cheese makes a great alternative.
- Can I prepare these ahead of time? Absolutely! Simply store them in an airtight container with a lid.
- Is it possible to make this recipe vegan? Yes, just swap in vegan alternatives like vegan cottage or cream cheese, vegan plain yogurt, and vegan graham crackers!
Pumpkin Cheesecake Jars
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers divided
- Whipped cream optional
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin puree. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Crush graham crackers either in a plastic bag or using a blender.
- Assemble the cheesecake jars by layering graham cracker dust at the bottom, followed by the cheesecake filling, and finish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Notes
- Use a blender or food processor to achieve a smooth cheesecake filling.
- For best results, crush graham crackers into a fine dust using a blender.
- Experiment with layering additional graham cracker dust between the pumpkin cheesecake filling for added texture and flavor.