Quick Camping Cheesecake
Satisfy your sweet tooth in the great outdoors with this Quick Camping Cheesecake! This no-bake dessert is the perfect blend of creamy indulgence and hassle-free preparation, ready in just 15 minutes. Layers of buttery graham cracker crumbs, velvety cream cheese filling sweetened with powdered sugar and a hint of lemon, and your favorite canned pie filling create a dessert that feels gourmet yet is incredibly easy to assemble. Designed with camping in mind, this recipe requires no oven or special equipment—just a few mason jars or cups to serve it in. Whether you're enjoying it around the campfire or packing it as a picnic treat, this portable cheesecake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for outdoor adventures.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 sheets graham crackers
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup whipped topping (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup canned pie filling (e.g., cherry, blueberry, or strawberry)
- 4 serving vessels small mason jars or cups
Instructions
Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs. You can do this by placing the crackers in a zip-top bag and crushing them with a rolling pin or by using a food processor if available.
Divide the crushed graham cracker crumbs evenly among 4 small mason jars or cups, pressing them down lightly to form a crust layer at the base.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Use a whisk or spatula to mix until smooth and creamy.
Fold the whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture gently until fully incorporated. This will make the cheesecake filling light and fluffy.
Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly over the graham cracker crust in each jar or cup, leveling it out with a spoon.
Top the cheesecake layer with a few spoonfuls of canned pie filling of your choice. Spread it evenly to create a fruit topping layer.
Cover the jars or cups with lids or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes if possible, though they can be enjoyed immediately if no refrigeration is available during camping.
Serve and enjoy your quick camping cheesecake directly from the jar or cup with a spoon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2062 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.8 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.0 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 1166 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.0 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.7 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 290 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 581 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
