Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits are a delightful treat that combines creamy cheesecake layers, fresh strawberries, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a sweet indulgence at home. With each spoonful, you’ll experience a refreshing burst of flavor that’s reminiscent of sunny summer days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by rinsing and slicing them; sprinkle with sugar and set aside to macerate.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- Layer the parfaits in serving glasses: start with graham cracker crumbs, followed by the cheesecake mixture, then strawberries. Repeat until glasses are full.
- Top each parfait with whipped cream and garnish with additional strawberry slices.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Swap strawberries for blueberries or raspberries for different flavors. For added texture, mix chocolate chips into the cheesecake layer. Use Greek yogurt as a lighter alternative to cream cheese.