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Cranberry Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Jars

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Cranberry Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Jars are a delightful treat that combines creamy cheesecake, tart cranberries, and sweet sugar cookie crumbles in a beautiful layered presentation. Ideal for any occasion, these jars not only look stunning but also offer a harmonious blend of flavors that will impress your guests. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as an indulgent dessert for yourself, these jars are both visually appealing and deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 8 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, at room temperature
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ tsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in flour until crumbly dough forms.
  2. Spread the dough on a greased baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden. Let cool before crumbling.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and vanilla extract; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time until just blended.
  4. Fold in cranberries into the cheesecake mixture.
  5. Layer the jars starting with sugar cookie crumbles, followed by cheesecake filling, and repeat layers until jars are filled about ¾ full.
  6. Top with whipped cream, graham cracker crumbs, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting cranberries with blueberries or strawberries. These jars can be made ahead of time; they taste even better after resting overnight.

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