Ingredients
Scale
1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
16 ounces Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup Powdered Sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1.5 cups Heavy Cream, cold
3 cups Mixed Berries (fresh or frozen, thawed)
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl. Mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press about 2 tablespoons of the mixture into the bottom of serving glasses. Chill while preparing the filling
- Make the Cream Cheese Filling: Beat the softened cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix until well combined and light. Stir in lemon zest if using
- Whip the Heavy Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form
- Combine and Layer: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined
- Assemble the Parfaits: Spoon a layer of the cream cheese mixture over the crust, then add a layer of mixed berries. Repeat layers, ending with berries
- Chill Thoroughly: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is softened to prevent lumps.
Chill mixing bowl and whisk attachments to achieve stiff peaks.
Macerate berries with sugar and lemon juice for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg