No-Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake Jars

Inspired by classic American caramel apples, these no-bake cheesecake jars layer buttery graham crumbs with fluffy cream cheese and cinnamon-spiced fruit. A final caramel drizzle ties the make-ahead dessert together without ever turning on the oven.

Serves 4 · 25 min prep

Estimate for one serving

• 448 cal
• 5g protein
• 48g carbs
• 28g fat

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Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 medium Gala or Honeycrisp apples
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/3 cup caramel sauce
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

1. 1Stir the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand, then divide evenly among four 8-ounce jars and press firmly into the bottoms to form crusts.
2. 2In a medium bowl beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and vanilla until completely smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
3. 3In a separate chilled bowl whip the heavy cream to medium-stiff peaks, then gently fold the whipped cream into the cream-cheese mixture until no white streaks remain.
4. 4Spoon or pipe the cheesecake filling over the crusts in each jar, smoothing the tops; refrigerate while you prepare the apples so the filling firms slightly.
5. 5Core and finely dice the apples (leave the peels on for color and fiber), then toss immediately with lemon juice, cinnamon, and the pinch of salt to prevent browning.
6. 6Spoon the seasoned apple dice over the chilled cheesecake layers, dividing evenly.
7. 7Drizzle each jar generously with caramel sauce, letting some drip down the sides for a bakery look.
8. 8Cover and chill the jars at least 1 hour or up to overnight so the flavors meld and the filling sets fully.
9. 9Just before serving, add an extra tiny drizzle of caramel and a light dusting of cinnamon if desired; serve cold with small spoons.