Key Lime Cheesecake Parfaits
Indulge in the tropical delight of key lime cheesecake parfaits, a refreshing dessert that captures the perfect balance of tart and creamy flavors. Each spoonful offers a delightful crunch from graham cracker crumbs, followed by the smooth richness of cream cheese and a zesty kick of fresh lime. Ideal for any occasion, these parfaits bring sunshine to your table and are as easy to make as they are visually stunning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 24 minute
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham crackers (crushed)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- ⅓ cup fresh key lime juice
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Zest of 2 limes
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter until resembling wet sand.
- Make the filling: Beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until creamy. Mix in sour cream and key lime juice until smooth.
- Layer the parfaits: In clear glasses, alternate layers of graham cracker crust and cheesecake filling until filled.
- Whip cream: Beat heavy whipping cream with lime zest and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Top each parfait with whipped cream.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Swap graham crackers for crushed cookies or add fruit layers for extra flavor. Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing. Garnish with additional lime zest or whipped cream for an impressive finish.