This Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait is a simple layered dessert with fresh strawberries, creamy cheesecake filling, and vanilla cookie crumbs for a little crunch. It's light, fruity, and perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
I've always loved making no-bake treats like parfaits because they come together so quickly and feel special without much effort. If you enjoy easy desserts as well, you might also like my Cherry Berry Trifle or Strawberry Fluff Salad.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Fresh flavor: juicy strawberries bring a bright, fruity sweetness.
Creamy layers: the ricotta and cream cheese mixture gives a smooth cheesecake taste.
Quick dessert: no baking needed, just layer and chill.
Key Ingredients for Cheesecake Parfait
See the recipe card at the bottom of this post for a full list of ingredients and instructions.
- Fresh strawberries: brings natural sweetness and color.
- Ricotta cheese: adds a light, creamy texture to balance the cream cheese.
- Reduced-fat cream cheese: keeps it rich but lighter than full fat.
- Strawberry jam: enhances the fruit flavor and binds the berries.
- Nilla wafers: crushed cookies add crunch and flavor contrast.
Ingredient Substitutions
- Use graham cracker crumbs instead of Nilla wafers.
- Swap raspberry jam and fresh raspberries for a different fruity twist.
- Try Greek yogurt in place of ricotta for extra tang.
Variations on Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait
- Chocolate strawberry parfait: add a layer of chocolate chips, crushed Oreos, or drizzle chocolate sauce between layers.
- Mini dessert cups: assemble in shot glasses for party-sized treats.
- Frozen parfait: freeze the layers for a cool, ice cream like dessert.
Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Parfaits
- Chill first: refrigerate the cream cheese mixture before layering for the best texture.
- Crunch control: assemble the layers just before serving for a crunchier treat.
- Balanced bites: use clear glasses so you can see the layers and keep them even.
How to Store
These parfaits can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
More Easy Desserts You'll Love
If you like easy layered desserts, you'll love my Magic Pudding dessert, Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Parfait, Keto Cheesecake Parfait, and No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake.
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📖 Recipe
Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait
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Ingredients
- 2 cups quartered fresh strawberries
- 1 cup reduced fat cream cheese softened
- ½ cup part skim ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup strawberry jam
- ½ cup crushed nilla wafers
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoon whipped cream
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, using a hand mixer, mix the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth. Refrigerate.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the strawberry jam and strawberries.
- Spoon ¼ cup of strawberry mixture into each 8 ounce parfait glass. Layer with 2 tablespoons of ricotta mixture, 2 tablespoons of cookie crumbs, 2 tablespoons of ricotta mixture, ¼ cup strawberry mixture and 1 tablespoon of whipped topping.
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