No-Bake Pineapple Cheesecake Jars

Not only do you not need an oven to make this shareable dessert, but you also don’t need any plates or bowls! Each delicious cheesecake comes in its own charming jar. You can even decorate the jars for the occasion. Oh, and they’re perfect for gifting, too!

Prep Time
20 minutes
2 hour chilling time
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 A wicker tray set against a green tiled background holds several jars of single-serving pineapple cheesecake. Each jar features layers of creamy cheesecake and crumbly graham cracker crust, topped with fresh pineapple chunks and a sprinkle of lime zest. Two of the jars have wooden lids, and one has a bamboo spoon tied to it.

Redpath® Golden Yellow Sugar & Redpath® Icing Sugar

Redpath® Golden Yellow Sugar

Redpath® Golden Yellow Sugar

Light-coloured and just right for baking, the subtle notes of caramel and moist texture make it ideal for allowing delicate flavours to shine through in your creations.

Redpath® Golden Yellow Sugar

Redpath® Icing Sugar

Redpath® Icing Sugar

Use it to make the smoothest frostings, icings, and glazes you’ve ever seen for the finishing touch on your cakes, cupcakes, and more.

Scale OR dry measuring cups

Measuring spoons

Liquid measuring cups

Medium bowl

Spatula OR spoon

8 oz jars (x 8), cleaned and dried

Fine-mesh sieve

Stand mixer with paddle attachment OR handheld mixer with large bowl

Rubber spatula

Large piping bag with plain/round piping tip

Servings
8 servings
For the crust:
  • ¼ cup (54 g) Redpath® Golden Yellow Sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp (6 g) lime zest, finely grated
  • 1 cup (120 g) graham cracker crumbs
  • ¼ cup (57 g) butter, melted
For the cheesecake:
  • 2 cups (326 g) pineapple, diced (canned - see Chef’s Tips)
  • 2 cups (454 g) cream cheese, brick-style, cubed
  • 1 cup (120 g) Redpath® Icing Sugar
  • 1 cup (250 ml) heavy cream (35%), fridge cold
  • ½ cup (125 ml) plain yogurt (Greek or Skyr), fridge cold
  • 4 tsp (20 ml) pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp (2 g) salt
Garnishes (optional):
  • Pineapple (canned or fresh)
  • Lime zest
Instructions
For the crust:

Step 1

Combine the Redpath® Golden Yellow Sugar and lime zest in a medium bowl. Rub the zest into the brown sugar with a spatula or the back of a spoon until fragrant and oils are released.

Step 2

Thoroughly mix in the graham cracker crumbs until well combined.

Step 3

Drizzle in the butter and mix well.

Step 4

Add approximately 1 tablespoon of the graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of eight 8 oz jars. Evenly spread the crumbs and gently tamp down with a spoon. Place the jars into the fridge to firm up. The remaining graham cracker crust will be used later.

For the cheesecake:

Step 1

Drain the canned pineapple through a fine-mesh sieve, gently pressing down on the fruit to release as much liquid as possible from the pineapple. Set aside.

Step 2

In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Add in the Redpath® Icing Sugar and cream until no lumps remain. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.

Step 3

Add the cold heavy cream, yogurt, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix on low speed until cream is incorporated. Increase speed to medium-high and whip until smooth, creamy, and slightly thickened; 2 minutes.

Step 4

With a large rubber spatula, fold in the drained pineapple.

To assemble:

Step 1

Transfer cheesecake into a large piping bag fitted with a large plain/round piping tip. Fill each jar about halfway with the cheesecake filling. Sprinkle in the remaining tablespoon of the graham cracker crust over the cheesecake. Divide the remaining filling evenly amongst the jars. Place back into the fridge to set and chill completely; 2 hours (see Chef’s Tips).

Step 2

When ready to serve, top with pineapple and finely grated lime zest.

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Several jars of single-serving pineapple cheesecake arranged on a white marble surface. Each jar features layers of creamy cheesecake and crumbly graham cracker crust, topped with fresh pineapple chunks and a sprinkle of lime zest. Wooden spoons are tied with string to the jars and a plate with extra pineapple pieces is visible in the background.