Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this easy-to-make Banana Cheesecake Parfait. Layers of graham cracker crumbs, fluffy cheesecake filling, and fresh banana slices create a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Mixture:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Additional:
- 2 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Crushed graham crackers or wafer cookies (for garnish)
- Whipped cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Graham Cracker Mixture: In a small bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and set aside.
- Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
- Assembly: In a small bowl, toss the banana slices with lemon juice. Layer the graham cracker mixture, cheesecake filling, and banana slices in individual serving glasses or jars. Repeat the layers as desired, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed graham crackers. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, drizzle with caramel sauce or banana liqueur before serving.
- Try using mascarpone cheese for a different twist on the cheesecake layer.
- Swap graham crackers with crushed vanilla wafers for a variation in texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait glass
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
