Easy No-Bake Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Parfaits for Two
These quick no-bake cookies-and-cream cheesecake parfaits are my go-to when I want something indulgent without turning on the oven. Layers of buttery cookie crumbs, silky cheesecake whipped cream, and bright berries make every spoonful feel special—like dessert you’d get at a bistro but faster and easier.
They come together in about 15 minutes and use simple pantry ingredients plus your favorite sandwich cookies. I love how the crunchy cookie crumbs contrast with the airy filling; serve them for a casual date night, a last-minute guest, or whenever you need a sweet pick-me-up.
Nutrition (per serving)
Directions
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1
Put the cookies in a zip-top bag and crush to coarse crumbs with a rolling pin (or pulse briefly in a food processor). Transfer crumbs to a small bowl and stir in the melted butter until evenly moistened.
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In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sugar and salt until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the vanilla until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until light and fully combined.
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Assemble the parfaits: spoon about 1/3 of the cookie crumbs into the bottom of two clear glasses. Add a layer of the cheesecake filling, then a few berries. Repeat once more, finishing with a sprinkle of crumbs and a couple of berries on top.
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5
Dust each parfait with cocoa powder and chill for 5–10 minutes if you like it firmer, or serve immediately with a spoon.
Ingredients
- Chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), crushed:8 pieces
- Unsalted butter, melted:2 tbsp
- Cream cheese, softened:4 oz
- Powdered sugar:1/3 cup
- Heavy cream:1/2 cup
- Vanilla extract:1 tsp
- Salt:1/8 tsp
- Fresh berries (strawberries or raspberries), halved if large:3/4 cup
- Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting):1 tsp
Tips & Notes
- For extra crunch, reserve a few cookie chunks to sprinkle on top instead of fully crushing them.
- If your cream cheese is cold, warm it a few seconds in the microwave to make it easier to beat smooth.
