Description

Delight in these easy No Bake Apple Cheesecake Jars featuring layers of soft spiced apples, creamy vegan cheesecake filling, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. Perfect for a quick, wholesome dessert that requires no baking, these jars combine warm apple pie flavors with a smooth, dairy-free cheesecake, ideal for a cozy treat or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

Scale

Apple Pie Filling:

1 large Gala apple
1 tablespoon vegan butter
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
½ tablespoon apple pie spice blend or ground cinnamon
¼ cup water

Cheesecake Filling:

8 ounces vegan cream cheese, room temperature
½ cup Forager Project Unsweetened Vanilla Cashewmilk Yogurt
⅓ cup maple syrup
6 – 7 graham cracker sheets or gluten-free graham cracker sheets

Instructions

Prepare the apple: Wash, peel, and dice the Gala apple into small cubes. Set the diced apple aside for cooking.
Make the apple pie filling: In a small saucepan, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the diced apples, light brown sugar, and apple pie spice or cinnamon. Stir to coat the apples evenly. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and cook for 5 minutes. Then add the water, increase heat to medium, and cook covered for another 3-5 minutes until the apples are tender and the liquid has nearly evaporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the graham cracker crumbs: Place 6 to 7 graham cracker sheets (regular or gluten-free) into a food processor and pulse until finely ground. Set the crumbs aside for layering.
Make the cheesecake filling: In a medium bowl, whisk the vegan cream cheese until smooth and softened. Add the unsweetened vanilla cashewmilk yogurt and maple syrup, whisking together until the mixture is creamy and fully combined.
Assemble the cheesecake jars: Begin by adding about a quarter of the graham cracker crumbs to the bottom of each serving jar to form the base. Next, spoon a layer of the creamy cheesecake filling over the crumbs. Add a generous layer of the warm apple pie filling on top of the cheesecake. Finish with another sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs for texture.
Chill and serve: Serve the apple cheesecake jars immediately for a soft texture or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to let the cheesecake filling firm up slightly. Enjoy your no bake dessert!

Notes

Use gluten-free graham crackers to make this recipe gluten-free.
The apple pie spice can be substituted with ground cinnamon if you prefer a simpler flavor.
For a sweeter apple filling, increase the brown sugar slightly.
Chilling the jars helps the cheesecake filling set and enhances the flavor melding.
Ensure the vegan cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother filling.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: No Bake, Vegan, Cheesecake, Apple Pie, Dessert, Dairy-Free, Quick Dessert, Healthy Dessert, Gluten-Free Option