Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our exquisite Cherry Cheesecake Parfait recipe. This culinary masterpiece combines the tangy sweetness of cherries, the creamy richness of cheesecake, and the delightful crunch of graham crackers. Presented in individual parfait glasses, each layer tells a story of its own. The cherry sauce, made from fresh or frozen cherries, offers a burst of fruity goodness, while the vanilla cheesecake filling provides a velvety smooth texture and a hint of tanginess. The graham cracker crumbs add a delightful crunch and a touch of nostalgia. This recipe also includes a bonus section with additional parfait recipes, each offering a unique taste sensation. From a Tropical Coconut Parfait to a decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Parfait, these variations cater to every palate. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delectable dessert that is perfect for any occasion.
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EASY NO-BAKE CHEESECAKE PARFAITS
When it comes to digging your spoon into a tall glass of deliciousness, there's no party quite like a cheesecake parfait party. Sweeten up the deal by bypassing the oven in favor of this 15-minute no-bake cheesecake.
Provided by Kelly Senyei
Categories dessert
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Beat the cream cheese, 3 tablespoons heavy cream and 5 tablespoons sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until smooth. Add 1 tablespoon vanilla extract and the lemon juice and zest. Beat until light and creamy, about 3 minutes.
- Whisk together the remaining 1 cup heavy cream, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and the sour cream in a large bowl with a handheld electric mixer (or a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment) on high speed until soft peaks form.
- Add a layer of crushed graham crackers to the bottom of each parfait glass. Top the graham crackers with a layer of the cheesecake, then a layer of fruit (see Cook's Note). Top each parfait with a dollop of the whipped cream and serve.
THE BEST UNBAKED CHERRY CHEESECAKE EVER
Light and fluffy unbaked cheesecake. Very fast and easy to make. Husband refuses to eat baked cheesecake after eating this!
Provided by LuCynda
Categories Desserts Cakes Cheesecake Recipes No-Bake Cheesecake Recipes
Time 2h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix together graham cracker crumbs, margarine, and sugar in a bowl until well incorporated and crumbly. Press into a pie plate, going up the sides as much as possible.
- Beat together the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth and spreadable. Whisk whipped cream into cream cheese mixture until smooth. Pour cream cheese into prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula, and refrigerate until firm, about 2 to 3 hours. Spread the cherry pie filling over the top, and refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 47.7 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 165 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
CHERRY CHEESECAKE SHOOTERS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 10m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put the graham crackers into a resealable bag and bash with a rolling pin into fine crumbs. Spoon the crumbs into the bottoms of small wine glasses.
- Add the cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk to the bowl of an electric mixer and whip together until light and fluffy. Spoon into a pastry bag and pipe a big helping over the crumbs in each of the glasses.
- Top with a couple of teaspoons of cherry pie filling, and then with some almond flakes.
CHERRY CHEESECAKE PARFAIT
Categories Cheese No-Cook Christmas Valentine's Day Low Carb Quick & Easy Buffet
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine cream cheese and sour cream in food processor and blend until smooth. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla and again blend until smooth. Make several layers of cherry pie filling and cheesecake filling in parfait or wine glasses. End with a little sauce spooned over last layer of cheesecake filling. Refrigerate until serving. Makes 4 servings.
EASY BERRY CHEESECAKE PARFAITS
These sweet little parfaits take everything that's good about cheesecake and make it way easier. You get the rich creaminess, graham cracker crunch and bright berry flavor all in a fun individual portion. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Beat cream cheese and marshmallow creme until blended; fold in whipped topping., Sprinkle 2 tablespoons cracker crumbs into each of 2 glasses or dessert dishes. Layer each with 1/2 cup cream cheese mixture, 1/4 cup raspberries and 1/4 cup blueberries; repeat layers. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 174mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHERRY CHEESECAKE PARFAITS
Want a nice, light cheesecake dessert this summer? This is what you're looking for! Ridiculously easy, and ridiculously delicious.
Provided by KitchenCraftsnMore
Categories Cheesecake
Time 10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a small bowl, prepare graham cracker crumbs from mix, according to package directions.
- Set aside.
- In medium bowl, prepare cheesecake filling according to package directions; add the lemon rind and mix well.
- Spoon half the graham cracker crumbs into 6 parfait glasses.
- Then layer some cheesecake filling, some cherry pie filling, more crumbs, remaining cheesecake filling and finally the remaining cherry pie filling in each glass.
- Sprinkle 1 tsp slivered almonds on top of each parfait and chill until serving time.
CHEESECAKE BERRY PARFAITS
The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. -Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 parfaits.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., In each of 2 parfait glasses, layer a fourth of the cream cheese mixture and a fourth of the berries. Repeat layers. Top with additional whipped topping if desired. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 4g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- If you don't have any graham crackers, you can use vanilla wafers or crushed Oreos.
- To make the parfait more festive, add a few sprinkles or a dollop of whipped cream on top.
- If you're short on time, you can use store-bought cherry pie filling instead of making your own.
- For a healthier version of the parfait, use Greek yogurt instead of cream cheese.
Conclusion:
This cherry cheesecake parfait is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's a great way to use up leftover graham crackers and cherry pie filling, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying treat, give this cherry cheesecake parfait a try. You won't be disappointed!
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