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No-Bake Cheesecake Parfaits with Cherry Pie Filling Recipe

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No-Bake Cheesecake Parfaits are a delightful layered dessert featuring a creamy cheesecake filling, a buttery graham cracker crust, and sweet cherry pie filling. This quick and easy recipe requires no baking, making it perfect for beginner cooks and a refreshing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Graham Cracker Crust

  • 1 ½ cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 7 tablespoons melted butter

Cheesecake Filling

  • 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Cherry Layer

  • 1 21-ounce can cherry pie filling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: In a small mixing bowl, combine the finely crushed graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the crumbs are evenly coated. Setting this aside ensures it’s ready to form the crust layers.
  2. Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, eliminating any lumps for the best texture.
  3. Add Sweetened Condensed Milk: Gradually beat in the sweetened condensed milk into the cream cheese until fully combined and smooth, which ensures a consistent filling.
  4. Add Lemon Juice and Vanilla: Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and vanilla extract, mixing well to distribute flavor evenly throughout the cheesecake mixture.
  5. Assemble the Parfaits: Arrange 6 plastic or glass 9-ounce punch cups on your work surface or a cookie sheet for stability.
  6. Add Crust Layer: Scoop 2 tablespoons of the graham cracker crumb mixture into the bottom of each cup and press down lightly to create a firm base layer.
  7. Add Cheesecake Layer: Spoon 3 tablespoons of the cheesecake mixture evenly over the crust layer in each cup, spreading gently to even out the layer.
  8. Add Cherry Layer (First Half): Distribute half of the cherry pie filling evenly among the 6 cups, reserving the remaining for later layers to maintain balance.
  9. Add Crust Layer (Second Time): Sprinkle 2 more tablespoons of the graham cracker crumb mixture over the cherry layer in each cup for added texture.
  10. Add Cheesecake Layer (Second Time): Divide the remaining cheesecake mixture evenly between the cups, spreading it out to cover the second crust layer smoothly.
  11. Add Cherry Layer (Second Half): Spoon the reserved cherry pie filling evenly over the last cheesecake layer. Finally, lightly sprinkle a small amount of graham cracker crumbs on top to finish the parfaits attractively.
  12. Serve or Chill: You can serve the parfaits immediately for a fresher texture, or chill them for up to 24 hours in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld and textures firm up for a more set dessert.

Notes

  • For best results, use softened cream cheese to ensure a smooth cheesecake filling.
  • Press the crust gently but firmly to create a solid base without compacting it too much.
  • Chilling the parfaits will help the layers set and intensify the flavors.
  • This recipe can be doubled or halved easily according to serving needs.
  • Use a lemon juicer to obtain fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Substitute cherry pie filling with other fruit pie fillings like blueberry or strawberry to vary the parfait flavors.

Keywords: no bake cheesecake, cheesecake parfaits, easy dessert, layered dessert, cherry cheesecake, creamy dessert, graham cracker crust

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