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26 Perfectly Portioned Mason Jar Desserts

The desserts are sweet—the way they're served is even sweeter.

By Johanna Li and Rebecca Shinners
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The desserts are sweet—the way they're served is even sweeter.

1

Blackberry Crisp in a Jar

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Courtesy of This Gal Cooks

This dairy-free recipe calls for layers of blackberries and an oat-based topping.

Get the recipe at This Gal Cooks.

Related: 50 Best Ways to Use Mason Jars

2

Mini Mason Jar Blueberry Pies

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Courtesy of Handmade Mood

Fill Mason jars with blueberry pie filling and finish them off with a pie crust "lid" to create a gorgeous dessert.

Get the recipe at Handmade Mood.

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3

Whiskey Cake

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Courtesy of Sprinkle Bakes

Whiskey butter sauce + chocolate cake = a match made in heaven.

Get the recipe at Sprinkle Bakes.

Related: 21 S'mores Recipes You Can Make All Year Long

4

Red Velvet Cupcakes

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Courtesy of Jamie via My Baking Addiction

Turn a traditional cupcake recipe on its head by creating layered slices of red velvet cake and cream cheese frosting, topped with seasonal sprinkles.

Get the recipe at My Baking Addiction.

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5

Cheesecake Pumpkin Bars

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Courtesy of I Am Baker

Blogger Amanda suggests topping these treats with either crushed gingersnap cookies, caramel sauce, or cinnamon.

Get the recipe at I Am Baker.

Related: 51 of the Best Comfort Food Recipes

6

White Chocolate Raspberry Tart

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Courtesy of Dessert For Two

Put your Mason jar lids to good use by baking these mini tarts inside them.

Get the recipe at Dessert For Two.

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7

No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake

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Courtesy of Lulu The Baker

A pack of these flavorful cheesecakes, topped with lemon curd, makes a perfect hostess gift.

Get the recipe at Craftsy.

8

Hot Cocoa Mix

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Courtesy of Jamie via My Baking Addiction

Put together an easy-to-make holiday gift by mixing the ingredients for hot cocoa in a jar and topping it off with homemade marshmallows.

Get the recipe at My Baking Addiction.

Related: 53 Classic Homemade Cake Recipes

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9

Flourless Chocolate Cake

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Courtesy of Jamie via My Baking Addiction

This recipe skips the flour, creating a rich brownie-like dessert topped with a crunchy crust and fresh raspberries.

Get the recipe at My Baking Addiction.

10

Mini Chocolate Poke Cakes

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Courtesy of Jamie via My Baking Addiction

Drench this chocolate cake with caramel sauce and toffee chips for an indulgent dessert.

Get the recipe at My Baking Addiction.

Related: 24 Chocolate Dessert Recipes

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11

Cherry Crisps

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Courtesy of Jamie via My Baking Addiction

Use homemade cherry pie filling and a layer of oat crumble to create this quick and easy dessert.

Get the recipe at My Kitchen Addiction.

12

Cheesecake in a Jar

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Courtesy of MaryJane Robbins via King Arthur Flour.

Forget your oven: These delicious cheesecakes, crust and all, bake perfectly in a slow cooker.

Get the recipe atKing Arthur Flour.

Related: 15 Incredible Three-Ingredient Desserts

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13

Banana Coconut Cream Parfait

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Courtesy of Emily via My Baking Addiction

A twist on banana pudding, these parfaits are fruity, creamy, and decadent.

Get the recipe at My Baking Addiction.

14

Tropical Rum Trifles With Coconut Cream

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Courtesy of Completely Delicious

This blogger uses a rum-infused cake, layered with coconut custard and rum-soaked fruit, to create a tropical dessert.

Get the recipe at Completely Delicious.

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15

Strawberry Pretzel Salad

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Courtesy of Jamie via My Baking Addiction

This "salad" contains layers of pretzel crumbs, cream cheese, and strawberries.

Get the recipe at My Baking Addiction.

Related: 15 Cookie Butter Recipes You've Got to Try Immediately

16

Chocolate Cheesecake

Chocolate Cheesecake
Courtesy of The Bojon Gourmet

Make these vegan chocolate cheesecakes in little jars so everyone gets their own dessert.

Get the recipe at The Bojon Gourmet.

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17

Mason Jar Dirt Pudding

Mason Jar Dirt Pudding
Courtesy of Better in Bulk

With Oreo "dirt" and gummy worms, these pudding cups are a dessert the whole family will love.

Get the recipe at Better in Bulk.

18

No-Bake Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Trifles

No-Bake Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Trifles
Courtesy of A Bitchin' Kitchen.

Is it just us, or do these blueberry lemon cheesecake trifles look just about perfect?

Get the recipe at A Bitchin' Kitchen.

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19

Mini Banoffee Pies

Mini Banoffee Pies
Courtesy of Brit + Co.

These adorable mini pies are made with fresh bananas, toffee, whipped cream, and chocolate—plus, you can make them right inside the lid of a Mason jar.

Get the recipe at Brit + Co.

20

No-Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies

No-Bake Mini Grasshopper Pies
Courtesy of A Pretty Life in the Suburbs

These green treats will definitely cure your chocolate cravings.

Get the recipe at A Pretty Life in the Suburbs.

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