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

Creamy, sweet with a surprising dill twist.

Category Dessert

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 0 minutes

Style American

Technique Mixing

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily recipe · August 12, 2024

A little about this dish

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
Lemon zest — 1 teaspoon
Lemon juice — 2 tablespoons
Unsalted butter — 4 tablespoons — melted
Salt — Pinch

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.

A final fox tip

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.