Strawberry Cheesecake Pudding Jars With Greek Yogurt

Name: Strawberry Cheesecake Pudding Jars
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2%); 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix; 1 tablespoon cream cheese, room temperature; 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup, to taste; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup strawberries, chopped; 10 to 12 Nilla wafers

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These Strawberry Cheesecake Pudding Jars taste strawberry cheesecake but they’re made with Greek yogurt for a healthier dessert or snack with 12 grams of protein per serving.

Strawberry pudding jars made with Greek yogurt, Nilla wafers, and vanilla pudding mix with a gold spoon in it.

If you loved my Key Lime Pie Pudding Jars, these strawberry cheesecake jars are the next flavour you need to try. They use that same creamy Greek yogurt base thickened with a touch of vanilla pudding mix and cream cheese with layers of fresh strawberries and nilla wafers. It’s similar to my High Protein Banana Pudding but for strawberry lovers!

Make a batch at the start of the week for a high-protein treat ready to grab from the fridge anytime. If you’re craving more strawberry treats my Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp and my Strawberry Mango Popsicles are some reader favourite for summer.

Recipe Highlights

12 grams of protein per jar: Thanks to the Greek yogurt base these jars are packed with protein to keep you full and satisfied, similar to my Greek Yogurt Tiramisu.
Tastes like real cheesecake: The cream cheese and vanilla pudding mix combine to create a rich, tangy filling that gives you all the flavour you love in a cheesecake!
No-bake and no-fuss: Just mix, layer, and chill.
Meal prep friendly: These store well in the fridge for 3 days, making them an easy make-ahead snack or dessert for the week.

Key Ingredients & Substitutions

Ingredients for strawberry cheesecake pudding jars.

Greek yogurt: I use 2% plain Greek yogurt for a richer taste which I also love using in my Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse, but any percentage you like works. (Just make sure to use very THICK yogurt!) You can also swap in blended cottage cheese, like I do in my Protein Chia Pudding. (just also make sure it’s a thick variety for the best texture.)

Instant vanilla pudding mix: This is what thickens the yogurt into that rich, cheesecake-like filling. Make sure the box says “instant,” not “cook and serve.” The classic Jell-O brand works great, or look for a sugar-free option like Simply Desserts if you prefer.

Strawberries: Use fresh ripe strawberries. Frozen can be substituted if needed but it really wont give the same result! (Frozen also tends to be more watery.)

Nilla wafers: These soften into cake-like layers as the jars chill, similar to a graham cracker crust. Graham crackers or gluten-free vanilla cookies both make easy swaps.

How To Make A Greek Yogurt Strawberry Pudding Jar

*This is a recipe overview. The full recipe with measurements and instructions can be found below in the recipe card.

Greek yogurt, vanilla pudding mix and maple syrup in a clear mixing bowl.

Step 1: Mix together the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, pudding mix, maple syrup and vanilla.

vanilla greek yogurt pudding in a clear container.

Step 2: Layer in the bottom of a round dish or a jar.

nilla wafers on greek yogurt pudding in a clear container.

Step 3: Layer with nilla wafers.

chopped strawberries layered on nilla wafers and greek yogurt pudding mix.

Step 4: Layered with chopped strawberries. Let sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours so the wafers soften for best results.

How To Store

Store these strawberry cheesecake jars covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The Nilla wafers will continue to soften as they sit, so if you like a bit of crunch, enjoy them within the first day or add a few extra wafers on top just before serving.

Jess’s Tips

Use instant pudding mix: Cook-and-serve pudding won’t thicken the yogurt properly. Double check the box says “instant.”
Let the cream cheese soften: Room temperature cream cheese blends into the yogurt mixture much more smoothly than cold.
Taste as you sweeten: Start with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, then taste and add more if needed.
Chill for the best texture: These are good right away if you like a crunchy cookie layer, but even better after at least 2 hours in the fridge once the wafers soften.
Try macerating the strawberries: Chop them into small pieces and mix with 1 teaspoon of sugar or maple syrup. Let sit for 10 minutes. This breaks down the strawberries and will intensify their flavour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make pudding jars ahead of time?

Yes, these are a great make-ahead dessert or snack! Layer everything into jars and store covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Can I make these with other berries?

Absolutely! Replace the strawberries with raspberries like I use in my Raspberry Chia Pudding, blueberries, black berries or any other fruits you love.

Strawberry pudding jar made with Greek yogurt, Nilla wafers, and vanilla pudding mix.

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