From above, you see two mason jars filled with vibrant layers. The bottom layer shines with crushed buttery biscuits. Above it lies a luscious white cream cheese mixture speckled with fine green dill. On top, a glossy mixture of mixed berries, the purple and red hues contrasting with the creamy layer beneath. A sprig of dill rests on top, suggesting the unique flavor within.

Dill-Infused Berry Cheesecake Jars

Name: Dill-Infused Berry Cheesecake Jars
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Fresh dill, 2-3 sprigs finely chopped plus a few for garnish; Mixed berries (like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), 1 cup fresh; Cream cheese, 1 cup at room temperature; Graham crackers, 1/2 cup crushed; Granulated sugar, 1/4 cup null; Lemon zest, 1 teaspoon null; Lemon juice, 2 tablespoons null; Unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons melted; Salt, Pinch null

Category Dessert

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 0 minutes

Style American

Technique Mixing

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: August 12, 2024

Incorporating an unexpected twist of dill in a dessert, this distinctively fresh and herbaceous flavor perfectly complements the sweetness of the seasonal fruits in the dish. The cream cheese adds a rich, creamy texture, balancing the dill and accents of lemon zest.

Ingredients (for 2)

Fresh dill - 2-3 sprigs - finely chopped plus a few for garnish
Mixed berries (like strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) - 1 cup - fresh
Cream cheese - 1 cup - at room temperature
Graham crackers - 1/2 cup - crushed
Granulated sugar - 1/4 cup - null
Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon - null
Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons - null
Unsalted butter - 4 tablespoons - melted
Salt - Pinch - null

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍪🧈🥣

In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Step 2 - 🪣🍪🖐️

Spread this mixed crust evenly among two mason jars, pressing it at the bottom.
Step 3 - 🧈🍚🍃🍋🧀

In a separate bowl, blend the cream cheese, sugar, chopped dill, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
Step 4 - 🥣🧀🥄

Carefully spoon or pipe the creamy cheese mixture into the jars over the pressed crust.
Step 5 - 🍓🍒🫐

Top each jar with a generous amount of fresh mixed berries.
Step 6 - 🍃🖐️🪣

Beautify the top with a sprig of fresh dill.
Step 7 - 🕑🥶🪣

Refrigerate the prepared jars for 2-3 hours before serving for the best texture and taste.

Additional

The dill can be swapped for mint, basil, or lemon balm for a different aromatic twist. To make this vegan, use dairy-free alternatives for the cream cheese and butter.