Creamy Jars Dessert (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups 2% cottage cheese
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4 tablespoons pure maple syrup
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3 cups full-fat plain Greek yogurt
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2 cups smashed graham crackers
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1 cup fresh berries, with more if you’d like
# Instructions:
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Dump the cottage cheese into a big food processor and blend until super smooth—takes about 1–2 minutes. Scrape the sides here and there to get it all silky. Once it’s nice and creamy, pour in the maple syrup and blend again until everything’s mixed perfectly. You’ll love how this sweet, fluffy mix works as a lighter cream cheese swap.
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Spoon the whipped cottage cheese into a large mixing bowl, then add the Greek yogurt. Gently stir it all together with a flexible spatula. You’re aiming for a smooth, airy texture. This tangy, creamy blend is healthier but just as satisfying as the filling in a cheesecake.
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Grab four clear glasses or jars (about 8–10 ounces). Start with a graham cracker crumb layer at the bottom. Add a thick layer of the creamy yogurt mix. Sprinkle on a bit more graham cracker crumbs. Then, drop in some berries. Keep layering like this until the jar’s nearly full and end with the creamy mix on top. The see-through layers look awesome!
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Finish each jar with some extra berries right on top. Eat them immediately or stick them in the fridge for an hour to let the flavors blend and the crumbs get softer. If saving for later, wait to add the berry garnish until serving, so they stay fresh and pretty.
# Notes:
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These creamy parfaits have a cheesecake-like taste without being heavy and pack a good amount of protein.
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Change it up by using fruits like diced peaches, mango slices, or cherries if that’s what you’ve got around.
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Store them in the fridge for up to 3 days, covered. Over time, the graham cracker layers will soften and almost turn cake-like.