Description
Mason Jar Apple Pie is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, offering the comforting flavors of apple pie in a charming, portable jar. This no-bake treat combines spiced apples with a creamy layer and a crunchy graham cracker crust, making it perfect for picnics, parties, or as a thoughtful gift. With its customizable layers and easy assembly, this dessert is not only visually appealing but also incredibly satisfying. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors while keeping your kitchen cool during warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups diced apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1–2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 6 oz. cream cheese light
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup caramel topping (or more)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, cook diced apples with butter, water, brown sugar, and cinnamon over medium heat for about 5–6 minutes until softened. Let cool.
- Crush graham crackers in a food processor and mix with sugar and melted butter; press into the bottom of mason jars.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form in one bowl. In another bowl, blend softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla; fold in whipped cream.
- Layer the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust in each jar.
- Top with cooled apple mixture and drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg