Gluten Free Caramel Apple Cheesecake in a Jar

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The sweet combination of caramel and apples pairs perfectly with no bake cheesecake! That makes this recipe for gluten free caramel apple cheesecake the best gluten free dessert to serve this fall! It’s packed with sweet flavor thanks to the candy on top. And it’s super easy to make when it’s served in individual mason jars.

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This fun individual dessert features caramel apples with mini candy on top. And while it might look difficult to make, you won’t believe how easy it is to put together! All you need is a few ingredients and couple of simple baking supplies to prepare this delicious gluten free recipe right now.

But the thing I love the most about this mason jar recipe is that you can make several treats using just one batch of no bake cheesecake. Simply mix up the filling recipe and use it to make four different jarred desserts.

Gluten Free Caramel Apple Cheesecake

To make this easy caramel apple cheesecake in a jar, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients. But the best part about this easy dessert is that you don’t need to bake it!

What I love about this caramel apple cheesecake in a jar recipe is how simple it is to make. All you have to do is prepare the cheesecake filling, then add your caramel apple ingredients to the top.

To prepare your own no bake cheesecake jars, you’ll need:

• Gluten free graham crackers
• Butter
• Brown sugar
• Cream cheese
• Sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Whipped topping
• Granny Smith apples
• Caramel sauce
• Mini chocolate chips
• Mini M&Ms

On top of making your cheesecake filling, you’ll need a few other supplies to put this mason jar recipe together. To package your cheesecake jars, you’ll need:

• Half pint jars: Small half pint jars are the perfect size for an indivual dessert. You can make your no bake cheesecake in larger jars, but keep in mind that pint-sized jars will hold around two servings of cheesecake.
• Piping bag: To easily get the cheesecake filling into the jars, it’s a good idea to use a piping bag. If you don’t have any piping bags on hand, you can also use a gallon sized zip-top bag. Just fill the bag and cut the tip of to pipe the filling into the jars.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake in a Jar Recipe

Since this easy mason jar dessert idea is made up of three layers, you’ll need to take the time to prepare each element before you can put your jars together. And after the jars are filled, you could decorate your mason jar gift to add a personal touch if you plan on giving these desserts as gifts.

Start by preparing the gluten free crust for your cheesecake in a jar. Combine crushed gluten free graham crackers with brown sugar and melted butter until the mixture begins to stick together.

After your graham cracker crumbs are prepared, place a thin layer of crumbs in the bottom of each jar. Use a spoon or a tart tamper to lightly press the crust together in the bottom of each jar.

Once you have your crust ready to go, it’s time to mix up the no bake cheesecake filling. To prepare this delicious filling, start by beating together softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Make sure to start with softened cream cheese to make blending all the ingredients together easier.

Once your cream cheese and sugar are well combined, it’s time to add the whipped topping. To keep your whipped topping from separating, it’s best to stir it in with a spatula or spoon instead of using your hand mixer.

Continue stirring the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until it’s well blended.

Pipe or spoon the cheesecake filling into half the jar, using the back of your spoon to help smooth the top of the cheesecake layer slightly.

After that, squeeze a layer of caramel sauce over the top of your cream cheese layer, making sure to coat the entire layer of cheesecake.

On top of the caramel layer, spoon or pipe the remaining cheesecake in each jar. Use your spoon to smooth the cheesecake on top of each jar.

How to Decorate Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Now that you have crust added to your cheesecake jars, and you’ve topped the crust with filling, it’s time to have some fun. Adding the caramel apple topping to your jars is a a great way to give them a unique look and flavor!

On top of each jar, add some finely chopped Granny Smith apples. Then, drizzle a little bit more caramel syrup over the top of the apples. After that, sprinkle a few mini chocolate chips and mini M&Ms over the top to add some sweetness and crunch.

That’s how I decorated the top of my caramel cheesecake, but there are so many other fun toppings you could use to create your own gluten free caramel cheesecake at home! You could also try topping your dessert with:

• Apple pie filling
• Caramel bits
• Diced caramel apples
• Chopped nuts
• Chocolate sauce
• Chopped candy bars with caramel inside (Like Milky Way or Snickers)
• Melted white or milk chocolate
• Sprinkles
• Crushed cookies or graham cracker crumbs

Gluten Free Caramel Apple Cheesecake Recipe Ideas

See how simple these cute desserts are to make? That means you can easily whip up your own cheesecake in a jar for each of your friends and family! With these recipe ideas, you can create some amazing jarred desserts for every occasion.

Make it in a pie crust. If you’d rather make a full caramel apple cheesecake, this recipe can easily be adjusted using a premade gluten free pie crust. Simply prepare the cheesecake filling as written in the recipe and spread it in the pie crust. Allow the filling to chill, then top it with chopped apples, caramel sauce, mini chocolate chips, and mini M&Ms.

Add more toppings. There are so many different ways to make caramel apples, which means there are tons of topping options for these individual desserts! Scroll up to get more ideas for toppings you could add to your own caramel apple cheesecake jars.

Make it traditional cheesecake. While this recipe is written to be a gluten free dessert, you can easily adjust the recipe if you don’t need it to be gluten free. Simply replace the gluten free graham crackers with regular graham crackers and follow the recipe as written.

Give your cheesecake in a jar as a gift. This beautiful cheesecake in a jar makes the perfect gift! All you have to do is place the lid on top of each jar, tie a bow around the rim, and attach a cute gift tag to create an amazing DIY gift for any of your friends or family members.

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