Mini Mason Jar Spiced Cheesecakes (Printable)

Individual spiced cheesecakes with graham crust, creamy filling, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
02 - 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
04 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

→ Cheesecake Filling

05 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1/3 cup sour cream
07 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
08 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
09 - 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
10 - 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
11 - 1/8 tsp ground ginger
12 - Pinch of ground cloves
13 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold

→ Topping

14 - Whipped cream
15 - Ground cinnamon or nutmeg for dusting

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture resembles wet sand.
02 - Distribute approximately 2 heaping tablespoons of crust mixture into each of the 6 mini mason jars (4 oz capacity). Using the back of a spoon, press the crust down firmly to create an even, compact base layer.
03 - Beat softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until completely smooth and free of lumps. Add sour cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Continue mixing until fully incorporated and creamy.
04 - In a separate chilled bowl, whip cold heavy cream using a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form. The cream should hold its shape when the whisk is lifted.
05 - Gently fold the whipped cream into the spiced cream cheese mixture using a spatula. Use light, downward strokes to maintain airiness, mixing just until smooth and uniform in color.
06 - Divide the cheesecake filling evenly among the prepared jars, spooning it over the crust layers. Smooth the tops with a spatula or back of a spoon for an even surface.
07 - Cover each jar tightly with a lid. Refrigerate for a minimum of 3 hours, allowing the filling to set completely. For best results, chill overnight.
08 - Prior to serving, top each cheesecake with a dollop of whipped cream. Lightly dust with ground cinnamon or nutmeg as a finishing garnish.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Individual portions mean everyone gets their own adorable serving
  • The make ahead nature lets you actually enjoy your own party
  • The warm spice blend tastes like fall in every single bite
02 -
  • Room temperature cream cheese mixes smoothly while cold cream whips better
  • Overwhipping the filling after adding cream can cause it to separate
  • These actually taste better on day two when spices have had time to develop
03 -
  • Run your spoon under hot water between jars for the smoothest tops
  • Place jars on a baking sheet while filling to catch any mess

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