Cheesecake in a jar desserts are the perfect individual treat to set out on a buffet table for any holiday or celebration.They're easy, delicious and not to mention cute. Pull out those mason jars and let's bake another delicious and easy dessert together today!
Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter and sugar into a mixing bowl. Stir together until everything is combined.
Spray 8 (8-ounce) mason jars with non-stick cooking spray, making sure to spray the bottoms so the crust doesn't stick.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the crumb mixture to the bottom of the mason jars.
Then using the tart tamper, gently press the crumbs into the bottom of the mason jars.
Set aside while you prepare the cheesecake mixture.
Prepare the Cheesecake Mixture
Preheat your oven to 325° F.
In a larger mixing bowl, mix the room temperature cream cheese with the ¾ cup of sugar until smooth.
Add the eggs, one at a time, and mix well.
Add the sour cream, vanilla extract and mix until well incorporated.
Fill each mason jar with about ½ cup of the filling, leaving room at the top for your topping.
Place the jars in a large roasting pan. Fill the pan with hot water halfway up the mason jars.
Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes. Remove jars with tongs and place on a wire rack to cool.
Once cool, add a spoonful of blueberry pie filling on top.
Refrigerate cheesecakes at least 4 hours and then serve.
Notes
Only use mason jars. Don't use jars that used to be used for condiments, relish, jam or even pickles. The glass in those jars is not tempered and will most likely explode during the baking process.
Do not put a cold jar in a hot oven. Make sure the jars are at room temperature. This is the same piece of advice I give when use glass Pyrex casserole dishes. The change in temperature can cause the jars or casserole dishes to shatter.
The best way to bake cheesecake or other baked goods in mason jars is to set them in a larger pan and use a water bath. Baking with a water bath will ensure that the cheesecake is fully cooked all the way through.
Depending on how much you add on top of the cheesecake, you may not use all the blueberry pie filling up. It depends on your taste.