Smooth, creamy no bake chocolate cheesecake jars are perfect single serve desserts for parties and picnics. They are easy to make and don’t heat up the kitchen.
These tasty little cheesecake have the perfect chocolate flavor and the perfect balance of being sweet enough but not being too sweet. Serving them from small jars makes them extra fun or elegant taking your get together to the next level.
Making small single serve desserts in jars is one of my new favorite things. They are super simple to serve, guests can just grab one when they are ready.
There is no serving mess or effort during events. Plus everyone gets a whole dessert to themselves, so it feels extra special.
I had been making things mini lemon no bake cheesecakes and even blackberry cobblers in little 4 oz ball jars. But I recently ordered these cute little glass yogurt jars and I couldn’t wait to use them.
I haven’t done a chocolaty dessert in jars yet, so it seemed like a great opportunity. And chocolate cheesecake was the perfect thing.
Making mini no bake chocolate cheesecakes
Chocolate sandwich cookies make a perfect crust. Just crush them up and add a little melted butter to help them stick together a bit.
Gluten Free Option
You can use gluten free cookies for a gluten friendly dessert option. Or feel free to use graham cracker crumbs or other cookies if that is your preference.
Once your crusts are in the jars, it is time to make the filling. The key to a smooth creamy filling is making sure the cream cheese is good and softened before you start.
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Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl and the beater a few times to ensure there are no lumps before you move on. Then you can move on to adding the sugar and melted chocolate.
I like to add the cream slowly with the mixer running so it incorporates easily. If you don’t have a stand mixer, just add a bit of cream at a time and mix well between additions to help it incorporate.
Once it is fluffy and thick, scoop or pipe it into the jars. You can stop here if you want, but I like to add one more layer.
A bit of cream cheese whipped cream on top adds visual pizzazz. Plus it all tastes great together, a few mini chocolate chips add flavor and texture to round it all out.
Refrigerate the jars until you are ready to serve them and then set them out and watch them disappear. They are sure to be a big hit with everyone.
More great no bake cheesecakes
Mini no bake key lime cheesecakes in a jar are loaded with citrus flavor. They are bright, tangy and perfect for summer.
No bake mocha cheesecake has chocolate and coffee flavors throughout. Plus it has an elegant lady finger crust that makes it extra pretty.
Or make no bake condensed milk cheesecake. It is great served in a jar like these or as a pie in a graham cracker crust.
Check out my collection of no bake cheesecake recipes for more tasty inspiration.
No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Jars
Equipment
Ingredients
Crust
- 30 Oreos
- 5 Tablespoons butter melted
Chocolate Cheesecake
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 24 oz cream cheese softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cup heavy cream divided
Cream Cheese Whipped Cream
- 4 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Chocolate Crust
- Crush 30 Oreos into crumbs. Stir in melted 5 Tablespoons butter. Spoon about 1 Tablespoon of mixture into each jar, pushing slightly to form crust.
Chocolate Cheesecake Filling
- Melt 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1/2 cup of cream until it is just melted enough to stir smooth. Set aside to cool a bit.
- Beat 24 oz cream cheese until it is completely smooth. Be sure to scrape the sides of the bowl and the beater to make sure there are no lumps.
- Add the ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, mixing to combine. Then add the melted chocolate mixture and beat well. (I like to keep the mixer running on low while adding the chocolate to help it incorporate without hardening too fast.
- Slowly add the remaining cup of cream, mixing as you go. Once all of the cream is added, turn up the mixer to medium and beat until fluffy.
- Spoon or pipe over crust in jars.
Cream Cheese Whipped Cream
- To make the cream cheese whipped cream, start by beating the 4 oz cream cheese until smooth.
- Add the 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating until incorporated.
- Slowly drizzle in the 1 cup heavy cream, mixing as you go. Then turn up the mixer speed and beat until the mixture is fluffy and holds a stiff peak.
- Pipe or spoon over chocolate mixture. Top with sprinkles or mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Serve right away or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Do you think it would be possible to freeze these? My son is having a desert bar @ his wedding & anything I can do ahead of time to prepare is always appreciated
First of all, how fun! The cheesecake part should freeze well. If you want to do the whipped cream on top, I would probably wait until they were defrosted to do that part. Have fun and enjoy it!
Where do you find the jars? Looks fabulous, I can’t wait to make this recipe. Thanks for sharing.
On Amazon. They are 6 oz. jars. The exact ones I ordered aren’t available right now, but the same company has similar ones that are ribbed.
any measurements in grams ?
They should be there now.
Can I freeze the Bo Bake Chocolate Cheesecake Jars?
Yes, they should freeze well.
Does this have to be refrigerated prior to eating
You can eat them right away if you want, but they will set up a bit more if you refrigerate them for a while. You should definitely store them in the refrigerator too.
Looks delicious! Can recipe be halved successfully?
Yes, halving the recipe should work perfectly.
Hi! How far ahead can you make these? Or do you suggest filling on the day of?
A day or two in advance is perfectly fine!
How many 4oz mason jars will this recipe mske
It will make about 30, possibly a few more if you don’t fill them too full.
Looks so good! I just want to dive right into one of those jars!
We’ll happily share!