12 Days of Christmas Crafts: Day 3
Cheesecake in a Jar

Cheesecake in a Jar is a sweet surprise for friends and family!

What You Need:
8 4-ounce mason jars with seals and lids
1 3-inch roasting pan
1 Philadelphia cream cheese
1/2 cup sugar
3 eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
Graham Crackers (crushed)
(recipe makes 8 servings)

What to do:
1. Preheat oven 325 degrees.
2. All ingredients to be room temperature. Mix all ingredients. Add 1 egg at a time. After mixing the cheesecake batter, strain the batter through a small-holed strainer to get rid of excess liquid.
3. Pour batter into jars 3/4 full (do not put on lid). Place jars in roasting pan, and add hot water carefully into pan half way up to jars.
4. Bake for 10 minutes. Shut off oven. Leave jars in oven for 2 hours, then take out jars, and let cool.
5. Top the jars with fresh berries and crushed graham crackers.
6.Seal the jars and place in the refrigerator.These can also be frozen. Take out night before and place in the refrigerator to thaw.
7. Add a ribbon or a bow and give these delicious and creative treats to your sweetest friends!