Key lime pie meets cheesecake in these adorable individual desserts.

The low-sugar recipe makes a perfect dessert to tote to a picnic.

Making these right-sized treats takes just 20 minutes, and they’re easy to bring to any gathering.

Key Lime Mason Jar Cheesecakes in mini jars with lime slices

Credit: Jason Donnelly

What is Neufchatel Cheese?

Neufchatel cheese is slightly lower in fat thancream cheeseand has a somewhat higher moisture content.

you might find it in the dairy section of your grocery store, right next to the cream cheese.

Divide mixture among eight 4-oz.

canning jars; press lightly with the back of a spoon.

Beat in lime zest, juice, and vanilla.

Beat in powdered sugar until smooth.

Fold in about 1/2 cup of the whipped topping to lighten.

Fold in remaining whipped topping.

Transfer to a heavy resealable plastic bag; snip a 1-inch hole in one corner of the bag.

Pipe filling into jars.

Top with lime slices.

Store in refrigerator up to 24 hours.

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.