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Strawberry Cheesecake Parfait

Michele Pesula Kuegler
All the flavors of strawberry cheesecake with almost none of the work.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups diced strawberries
  • 6 tablespoons sugar divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1-1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs about 6 whole sheets
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 6 tablespoons heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Combine strawberries, 2 tablespoons sugar, cornstarch, and water in a small pot over medium heat.
  • Heat until thickened, about 3 minutes.
  • Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.
  • Place graham crackers in a small, resealable bag, and crush into crumbs with a rolling pin.
  • Add 2 tablespoons sugar to bag, shaking gently to mix.
  • Divide graham crumb mixture between two parfait glasses.
  • Place cream cheese, heavy cream, and 2 tablespoons sugar in stand mixer bowl with whisk attachment.
  • Whisk on high for about 1 minute, or until firm peaks are formed.
  • Divide cheesecake mixture between parfait glasses; smooth layer.
  • Top each with half of strawberry mixture.
  • Refrigerate parfaits for an hour before serving.
Keyword cheesecake parfait