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Creamy Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Parfait Cups Easy No-Bake Recipe

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A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy lemon cheesecake filling, fresh blueberries, and crunchy graham cracker crust, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • 3/4 cup (90 g) powdered sugar
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups (225 g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 1/2 cups (150 g) graham cracker crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional: granulated sugar for sprinkling on blueberries

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter. Mix until evenly moistened. Press about 2 tablespoons of this mixture into the bottom of each parfait cup to form a crunchy base. Set aside. (5 minutes)
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat until combined. (5 minutes)
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate chilled bowl, whip heavy cream to stiff peaks using an electric mixer. (3-4 minutes)
  4. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until light and airy. (2 minutes)
  5. Assemble the parfaits: Layer the parfait cups starting with the graham cracker crust, then a generous spoonful of cheesecake filling, followed by fresh blueberries. Repeat layers until cups are full, finishing with blueberries on top. (7-8 minutes)
  6. Chill: Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld and filling set slightly. (30 minutes minimum if in a rush)

Notes

Chill the bowl and beaters before whipping cream for best results. Fold whipped cream gently to maintain airiness. Use fresh lemon zest and juice for optimal flavor. Graham cracker crust can be substituted with digestive biscuits or cookie crumbs. For vegan version, use plant-based cream cheese and coconut cream.

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