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Easy No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring creamy cheesecake filling layered with fresh strawberries and a crumbly graham cracker crust, ready in about 5 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups graham crackers or digestive biscuits, crushed
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or honey
  • Squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush 1 1/2 cups (150g) of graham crackers finely using a food processor or a rolling pin in a sealed plastic bag.
  2. In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with 5 tablespoons (70g) melted unsalted butter and a pinch of cinnamon if using. Stir until crumbs are evenly coated and hold together when pressed. Set aside.
  3. In a chilled bowl, beat 8 oz (225g) softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and mix gently.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip 3/4 cup (180ml) heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes. Fold whipped cream gently into the cream cheese mixture.
  5. Slice 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries and toss with 1 teaspoon granulated sugar and a squeeze of lemon juice. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to macerate.
  6. Assemble the parfaits by layering 2 tablespoons of graham cracker crust at the bottom of each glass, followed by 2-3 tablespoons of cheesecake filling, then 2 tablespoons of macerated strawberries. Repeat layers until glasses are filled, finishing with strawberries on top.
  7. Chill parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best texture, or serve immediately if desired.

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps. Do not overwhip cream to prevent graininess. Press crust firmly but not too hard to maintain crumbly texture. Macerate strawberries to release juices but avoid excess moisture to keep crust crisp. Chill parfaits for at least 30 minutes for best results. For dairy-free version, substitute cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives and heavy cream with coconut cream.

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Keywords: no-bake, strawberry, cheesecake, parfait, easy dessert, quick dessert, summer dessert

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