Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Treat yourself to the deliciousness of no-bake strawberry cheesecake parfaits! These tasty treats are great for any time, with their layers of creamy cheesecake, juicy strawberries, and crunchy graham crackers.

Whether you're marking a special event or just craving something sweet, this recipe is bound to be a hit.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Easy to make with simple ingredients.
• Perfect for strawberry season or any time of year.
• Individual desserts for portion control and easy serving.
• Layers of buttery Graham cracker crumbs and creamy cheesecake filling.
• Customizable with your favorite toppings, like whipped cream or extra strawberries.

Ingredients for no bake cheesecake parfaits

• Fresh strawberries, chopped
• Graham cracker crumbs
• Melted butter
• Granulated sugar
• Cream cheese, softened
• Sweetened condensed milk
• Vanilla
• Cool whip or whipped cream for topping, optional
• Extra strawberries for topping, optional

Equipment and kitchen tools

• Parfait cups or glass mason jars (you can use stemless wine glasses if you want).
• Electric mixer

How to make this strawberry parfait recipe

Step 1 - In a medium mixing bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Set aside.

Step 2 - In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla, and mix well to combine.

To assemble the parfaits, start with a small layer of the cream cheese mixture, add a layer of Graham cracker crumbs (about half, reserve the other half for the next layer) to each parfait glass.

Step 3 - Add a layer of cream mixture to each parfait.

Step 4 -Add the strawberries to each.

Step 5 - Add another cheesecake layer, dividing the rest of the mixture evenly between the cups.

Then, top with a final layer of the Graham cracker mixture.

If desired, top with whipped cream or Cool Whip and additional fresh strawberries.

Tips for the Best Results

• Prepare the cheesecake mixture ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to make.
• Prepare the Graham Cracker Crumbs ahead of time. I actually keep crumbs ready to go in a sealed container in my pantry. You can also buy pre-made Graham Cracker crumbs
• Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
• Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
• Chill the parfaits for at least an hour before serving for a firmer texture.
• Customize with your favorite toppings, like chocolate sauce or caramel drizzle.

Substitutions and Variations

• Substitute Graham cracker crumbs with crushed vanilla wafers, cookie crumbs, or cake pieces for a different crust flavor.
• Try different fruits, like raspberries or blueberries, for a variation.
• Use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese for a lighter option.
• Experiment with different flavored extracts in the cheesecake mixture, like almond extract, lemon extract, or vanilla extract, for extra flavor.
• Add a squeeze of lemon juice or some lemon zest for freshness.

FAQs About This Recipe

More great summer dessert recipes

For more great Strawberry Recipes, check out my Easy Strawberry Pie and my Classic Strawberry Poke Cake.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Raquel Pineira

These Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits are so easy to make with a few simple ingredients. These delicious fresh strawberry parfaits are the perfect summer dessert and can be made in about 20 minutes.

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Calories 131 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb. fresh strawberries chopped
• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup melted butter
• 1 tbsp. granulated sugar
• 2 8 ounce blocks of cream cheese, softened
• 14 ounce can of sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• Cool whip or whipped cream for topping optional
• Extra strawberries for topping optional

Instructions

 

• In a medium mixing bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Set aside.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese with a mixer, until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla, and mix well to combine.
• To assemble the parfaits, start with a small layer of the cheesecake mixture, add a layer of graham cracker crumbs (about half, reserve the other half for the next layer),
• Add a layer of chopped strawberries.
• Add another cheesecake layer, dividing the rest of the mixture evenly between the cups.
• Top with a final layer of the graham cracker mixture. If desired, top with whipped cream or cool whip, and additional fresh strawberries.

Notes

• Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
• Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
• Chill the parfaits for at least an hour before serving for a firmer texture.
• Customize with your favorite toppings, like chocolate sauce or caramel drizzle.

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 185mgPotassium: 51mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

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