Name: No Bake Coffee Cheesecake Jars Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cup chocolate granola; 5-6 dates, chopped; 1 cup raw cashews; ⅓ cup Califia Farms Pure Black Medium Roast Cold Brew Coffee; 1 ½ tablespoons pure maple syrup; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch of kosher salt; Whipped coconut cream

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Introduction

This No Bake Coffee Cheesecake in jars is a delightful treat that combines rich coffee flavor with creamy cashew filling and a crunchy chocolate granola crust. Perfect for a quick dessert or an impressive snack that requires no oven time.

The image shows three glass jars with a dessert made of three layers. The bottom layer is thick and dark brown, looking smooth and rich. The middle layer is light beige, creamy, and fluffy. The top layer is white whipped cream with small pieces of chocolate sprinkled over it. A woman's hand holds a golden spoon with a scoop showing all three layers, with the white whipped cream on top, beige cream in the middle, and dark brown layer at the bottom. The jars are placed on a white marbled surface with some extra chocolate pieces scattered around. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 ½ cup chocolate granola
5-6 dates, chopped

For the Filling:

1 cup raw cashews
⅓ cup Califia Farms Pure Black Medium Roast Cold Brew Coffee
1 ½ tablespoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of kosher salt

Suggested Toppings:

Whipped coconut cream

Instructions

Step 1: Place cashews in a medium-sized, high-temperature safe bowl.
Step 2: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil and pour over the cashews. Let them soak in the hot water. Set aside.
Step 3: Meanwhile, place dates in a food processor and pulse several times until they are broken up a little bit.
Step 4: Add in the chocolate granola and pulse to combine, being careful not to over-pulse to prevent the granola from breaking down too much.
Step 5: Pour the mixture into a medium mixing bowl and use your hands to massage the dates and granola together. Set aside.
Step 6: Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them with cold water.
Step 7: Add the cashews to a high-speed blender along with the cold brew coffee, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of kosher salt.
Step 8: Blend on high for 3 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed for a smooth filling.
Step 9: Taste the filling and add more cold brew to thin it out or additional maple syrup for extra sweetness if desired.
Step 10: Take small 3-4 oz containers or mason jars and press some of the crust mixture firmly into the bottom to form a crust layer.
Step 11: Spoon the cheesecake filling over the crust in each jar.
Step 12: Refrigerate the jars for 30-60 minutes to allow the cheesecake to firm up and chill.
Step 13: Just before serving, top with whipped coconut cream and enjoy your no bake coffee cheesecake jars!

Tips & Variations

Soaking the cashews in hot water helps create a smoother filling, but soaking them overnight in cold water will also work well and save time before blending.
Use your favorite granola flavor or substitute with crushed nuts for a different crust texture.
For an extra coffee kick, sprinkle a little instant espresso powder on top before serving.
If you prefer a sweeter dessert, add more maple syrup gradually to the filling until it suits your taste.

Storage

Store the cheesecake jars covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Before serving, you can add fresh whipped coconut cream for the best texture. If the filling becomes too firm, let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before enjoying.

How to Serve

A small clear glass jar holds a three-layer dessert set against a white marbled surface. The bottom layer is thick and dark brown, smooth like chocolate pudding. Above it is a light beige creamy layer, slightly textured and filling most of the jar. On top sits a fluffy white whipped cream layer, crowned with chopped pieces of chocolate candy, scattered unevenly for a textured look. A gold spoon is scooping into the whipped cream and beige layer, with the spoon positioned slightly inside the jar. In the background, two similar jars can be seen blurred. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular brewed coffee instead of cold brew?

Yes, you can substitute cold brew with cooled regular brewed coffee, but cold brew provides a smoother, less acidic flavor that works best in this recipe.

Are raw cashews necessary for the filling?

Raw cashews are ideal for their creamy texture when blended. Using roasted or salted cashews may affect the flavor and texture of the cheesecake filling.