Cheesecake Jars Easy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup ripe fresh berries (add more if you’d like)
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4 tablespoons natural maple syrup
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2 cups lightly crushed graham crackers
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2 cups low-fat cottage cheese (2%)
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3 cups thick plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
# Instructions:
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Toss the cottage cheese into your food processor and let it blend, around 1 or 2 minutes, until it loses that chunky look and becomes smooth like cream. Make sure to scrape down the sides so nothing gets left out. Once it’s all creamy, pour in the maple syrup and give it another spin so it's well combined. This mix is sweet and fluffy, an easy cream cheese replacement.
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Move the blended cottage cheese into a mixing bowl. Gently scoop in the Greek yogurt and use a spatula to fold them together. You’re aiming for a light and creamy texture. This blend makes the base—rich, tangy, and cheesecake-y, with fewer calories.
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Grab four clear glasses (about 8–10 ounces each). Start by sprinkling a layer of crushed graham crackers at the bottom. Add a big dollop of the yogurt-cheese mix on top. Follow that with another small sprinkle of crumbs, then a handful of fresh berries. Repeat the layers, ending with the creamy mix so it looks pretty through the glass!
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Put extra berries on top of each dessert for a bright, fruity touch. You can dig in right away or chill them in the fridge for an hour or so. Over time, the crumbs soften into a cake-like texture. Just wait to add the berries until serving if you’re prepping ahead so they stay fresh.
# Notes:
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These parfaits are packed with protein, bringing cheesecake vibes but with way less fat.
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Use whatever fruits you have on hand—mango, peach chunks, or cherries are all great swaps for the berries.
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Store them in the fridge for up to 3 days. Over time, the graham crackers will absorb some of the cream and turn soft.