Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits are a no-bake dessert that layers creamy cheesecake filling, sweet macerated strawberries, and buttery graham cracker crumbs into individual glasses for a simple yet elegant treat.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix diced strawberries with granulated sugar and lemon juice (if using). Let sit for 10–15 minutes to macerate.
- In another bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined and crumbly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fluffy.
- Assemble the parfaits: Add a layer of graham cracker crumbs, then cheesecake filling, followed by macerated strawberries. Repeat layers as desired.
- Chill the parfaits for at least 30 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture.
- These parfaits can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.
- Customize with different fruits or cookies for variations.
- Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
- Serve in mini mason jars for parties or picnics.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
