Description
These Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Parfaits are a delightful no-bake dessert combining tangy cream cheese, sweet blueberries, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. Perfectly layered and chilled, they offer a refreshing and creamy treat ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
Blueberry Layer
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 tbsp sugar
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons of sugar, and melted butter. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
- Sweeten the Blueberries: In another bowl, toss the blueberries with 1 tablespoon of sugar until they are well coated. Set aside to macerate and release their juices.
- Make the Cheesecake Base: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly until fully combined.
- Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, being careful not to deflate the airiness. This creates a light and fluffy cheesecake filling.
- Assemble the Parfaits: In serving glasses, layer the graham cracker crust mixture, followed by a layer of the cheesecake filling, then a layer of the sugared blueberries.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering in the same order until glasses are filled with desired amounts, finishing with blueberries on top for a pretty presentation.
- Chill Before Serving: Place the parfaits in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the filling to set slightly.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture and flavor.
- For extra zest, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the cream cheese mixture.
- These parfaits can be made a day ahead and kept chilled until serving.
- Substitute graham cracker crumbs with digestive biscuits if unavailable.
- For a dairy-free version, try using vegan cream cheese and whipped topping.
