No-Bake Cheesecake Parfaits: A Sweet Symphony of Simplicity
Indulge in the delightful layers of our No-Bake Cheesecake Parfaits: A Sweet Symphony of Simplicity. This easy-to-make dessert features a creamy cheesecake filling, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and luscious cherry pie topping, creating the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or a special celebration, these parfaits are sure to impress your guests. With just 15 minutes of preparation time and no baking required, you can whip up this refreshing treat that can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for later. Present them in individual cups for an elegant display that showcases their vibrant layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 7 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 21-ounce can cherry pie filling
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until crumbs are coated.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- In plastic cups, layer the graham cracker mixture (2 tablespoons), cheesecake filling (3 tablespoons), and half the cherry filling. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining cherry filling and graham cracker crumbs if desired.
- Chill for at least an hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (150g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg