This Lemon Cheesecake Jars recipe from Lovely Delites offers a bright, tangy twist on the classic dessert—served in individual jars for a grab-and-go, healthier treat. Made with simple ingredients like cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice and zest, vanilla, and a touch of sweetener, this no-bake dessert takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Light yet creamy, with a fresh citrus flavor, these jars are perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth while keeping things wholesome. Ideal for brunch, picnics, or a quick indulgence any time of day.
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Zest of 1 lemon (about 3 tsp)
Juice of ½ lemon (about 2 Tbsp)
3 Tbsp monk fruit sweetener
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 graham cracker sheets (crumbled)
2 Tbsp blueberries (optional garnish)
Blend filling: In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, monk fruit sweetener, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Prepare jars: Place a layer of crumbled graham crackers at the bottom of 5 small jars or serving glasses.
Fill: Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the cracker base, dividing it evenly among the jars.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (optional longer) to let flavors meld and filling firm up.
Garnish & serve: Before serving, top each jar with a few blueberries or extra lemon zest if desired.
Calories: ~180 kcal
Protein: ~12 g
Fat: ~4 g
Carbohydrates: ~25 g
Fiber: ~1 g
Sugar: ~10 g (mostly from graham crackers & yogurt)