Description
Delight in these easy No Bake Lemon Cheesecake Parfaits, combining creamy lemon pudding and cream cheese with crunchy graham cracker layers. Perfect for a refreshing dessert without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Lemon Cheesecake Mixture
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes lemon instant pudding mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 2 cups milk
- 8 oz cool whip
Crust and Topping
- 16 graham crackers, crushed
- Whipped cream for topping
- Fresh lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare pudding mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the two boxes of lemon instant pudding mix with 2 cups of milk, noting this differs from the package instructions for a thicker consistency.
- Incorporate cream cheese: Chop the cream cheese into cubes and add them to the pudding mixture. Use a hand mixer to blend thoroughly until smooth.
- Fold in cool whip: Add the cool whip to the mixture and mix gently until well combined and creamy.
- Crush graham crackers: Add graham crackers to a food processor and blend into fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them in a gallon Ziploc bag and crush with a rolling pin or by hand if you lack a processor.
- Assemble parfaits: In parfait glasses, start with a layer of crushed graham crackers, followed by a layer of lemon cheesecake pudding mixture. Repeat with another layer of graham crackers and finish with a final layer of the pudding mixture.
- Garnish and serve: Top each parfait with whipped cream and fresh lemon slices for an attractive presentation. Serve chilled and enjoy this delightful, no-bake dessert.
Notes
- You can prepare these parfaits a few hours ahead and refrigerate to enhance flavors and texture.
- For a zestier lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the pudding mixture.
- If you prefer a crunchier texture, add more crushed graham crackers between layers.
- These parfaits can be made in individual cups or a large trifle bowl for sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake, lemon cheesecake, parfaits, easy dessert, lemon pudding, graham cracker, cool whip dessert
