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Mason Jar Desserts

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Looking for a fun way to serve dessert? From creamy cheesecakes and cobblers to layered trifles and cakes, these mason jar recipes are easy to make, simple to serve, and always a crowd-pleaser.

You'll find even more sweet inspiration in my Easy Desserts collection filled with family-favorite recipes.

Variety of mason jar desserts ready to be served.

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Here's What's Included:

Individual Desserts: Perfectly portioned treats served in mason jars.

Make-Ahead Options: Many recipes can be prepared in advance and chilled until serving.

Variety of Flavors: From fruity cobblers to rich cheesecakes and chocolate desserts.

Easy Entertaining: Simple to serve and easy for guests to enjoy.

Creative Presentations: A fun way to turn everyday desserts into something special.

Family-Friendly Favorites: Sweet treats everyone will love, from kids to adults.

Desserts in Jars with red velvet, chocolate pudding, lemon meringue and banana cream pie.

Why Serve Desserts in Mason Jars?

  • Easy to Prepare: Many mason jar desserts can be made ahead of time.
  • Simple to Serve: Individual portions eliminate the need for slicing and plating.
  • Less Mess: Jars help keep serving and cleanup quick and easy.
  • Beautiful Presentation: Layers of cake, pudding, fruit, and cream look great in clear jars.
  • Endless Variety: Perfect for cheesecakes, trifles, cobblers, puddings, and more.

Looking for elegant individual desserts? Be sure to browse my Mason Jar Desserts for Weddings collection for even more sweet inspiration.

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Mason Jar Cheesecakes and Cream Desserts

Creamy, layered desserts are one of the easiest treats to serve in mason jars. They're simple to prepare ahead of time and perfect for keeping chilled until you're ready to enjoy them.

mason jars filled with pudding, cookies and fruit on tray with fruit tart in background.
Easy No Bake Pudding Desserts
Creamy pudding-style desserts layered in individual jars with cookies and fruit for an easy make-ahead treat.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Cheesecake in a Jar
These easy no-bake mason jar desserts feature a graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and cherry pie topping. Swap in your favorite fruit filling and use any size mason jars you have on hand.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Peanut Butter Reese's Cheesecake
Rich peanut butter cheesecake paired with chocolate for a decadent dessert in a jar.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Banana Caramel Cream Dessert
Layers of banana, caramel, and cream create a dessert that's both simple and satisfying.
VIEW RECIPE HERE

Mason Jar Pies and Cobblers

Love homemade pie but not the extra work of slicing and serving? These individual desserts capture all the flavors of classic pies and cobblers in a portable mason jar.

No Bake Key Lime Pie in a Jar
Quick and easy no bake key lime pie!
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Easy Peach Cobbler in a Jar
Sweet peaches and cobbler topping come together in an easy individual dessert.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Mason Jar Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe
A fun twist on lemon meringue pie served in perfectly portioned jars.
VIEW RECIPE HERE

Mason Jar Cakes and Sweet Breads

From fluffy cake layers to sweet quick breads, these mason jar desserts are perfect when you want something comforting and easy to serve.

individual sized monkey bread made in a mason jar.
Mason Jar Monkey Bread
A fun individual version of classic monkey bread that's perfect for sharing with family and friends.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Strawberry Angel Food Cake Jars
Light angel food cake layered with strawberries for a fresh and colorful dessert.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Banana Bread in a Jar
A creative way to serve banana bread in individual portions.
VIEW RECIPE HERE

Mason Jar Trifles and Layered Desserts

Layered desserts look beautiful in clear mason jars and make serving dessert easy. These recipes combine favorite flavors into fun individual treats.

S’mores Dessert Trifle in a Jar
Everything you love about s'mores layered into a no-mess dessert.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Brownie Batter Parfait
Chocolate lovers will enjoy the rich layers of brownie-inspired goodness.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Eclairs in a Jar
All the flavors of a classic éclair served in a fun mason jar presentation.
VIEW RECIPE HERE
Red Velvet Cupcakes In A Jar
Layers of moist red velvet cake and creamy frosting come together in a mason jar for a fun and easy individual dessert.
VIEW RECIPE HERE

 This post has been updated since it first appeared in 2015.

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Originally from Queens, NY, Lois is the voice behind Walking on Sunshine Recipes, where she shares easy, family-friendly meals made with simple ingredients. She believes dinner doesn’t have to be complicated to be delicious and offers practical recipes, monthly meal plans, and free printables to help busy families cook with less stress and more joy. When she’s not in the kitchen, Lois enjoys time with her family, gardening and sharing inspiration from her home in rural Pennsylvania.

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  1. The Lazy Gastronome says

    It's amazing what you can do in mason jars!!

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