Description

This No-Bake Mason Jar Apple Pie with Caramel is a delightful, portable dessert that layers warm, spiced apples, a buttery graham cracker crust, and a creamy cheese layer, all topped with rich caramel sauce. Perfect for individual servings, it offers all the flavors of classic caramel apple pie without baking, making it a convenient and charming treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Apples:

1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
2 ½ cups diced apples – peeled, cored, and diced
1 Tablespoon water
1–2 Tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

For the Graham Cracker Crust:

1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
2 teaspoons sugar
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter – melted

For the Cream Cheese Layer:

6 oz. light cream cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 Tablespoons powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Other:

1/4 cup caramel topping (store-bought or homemade)

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Instructions

Prepare Caramel Sauce (optional): For best results, prepare homemade salted caramel sauce in advance, or you can use store-bought caramel topping for an easier option.
Cook the Apples: In a small saucepan, combine diced apples, butter, water, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until apples soften, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Make the Graham Cracker Crust: Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by hand. Transfer crumbs to a bowl and mix with sugar and melted butter until evenly combined. Spoon the crumb mixture evenly into four 8-ounce mason jars, pressing firmly with a flat object like the end of an ice cream scoop to form a compact crust layer.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer: Whip the heavy cream with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, blend softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Assemble the Jars: Spoon the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust evenly in each jar, smoothing the edges for a neat layer.
Add the Apple Layer and Caramel: Once the cooked apples have cooled to room temperature, spoon them over the cream cheese layer in each jar. Drizzle caramel sauce generously on top. Serve immediately or refrigerate with lids until serving.

Notes

Prep Ahead: You can prepare all layers a day in advance; assemble the jars the day you intend to serve.
Storage: Store the assembled jars with lids in the refrigerator. Best consumed on the day of preparation for optimal freshness and texture.
Jar Size: Using smaller 4-ounce jars is a fun option for serving at parties where multiple desserts are offered.