These individual desserts feature alternating layers of spiced crumble, smooth cream, and sweet filling, topped with whipped cream — beautiful and delicious.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Attractive, layered presentation.
- A balance of creamy, crunchy, and sweet.
- Easy to adapt with seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
cream cheese
whipped cream
brown sugar
cinnamon
graham crackers (crumbled)
butter
optional: pumpkin puree
Directions
- Mix crumbs with melted butter and sugar. Bake 8 minutes at 350°F (175°C). Cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar. Fold in whipped cream.
- Layer crumble, cream mixture, and filling. Top with whipped cream.
Servings and timing
Makes 6 parfaits. Prep: 20 minutes. Chill: 30 minutes.
Variations
- Use fruit puree or chocolate layers.
- Add toasted nuts for crunch.
Storage/reheating
Keep refrigerated; best enjoyed within 2 days.
FAQs
Can I assemble these ahead?
Yes, cover and chill until serving.
Can I use store-bought whipped cream?
Yes, but homemade is creamier.
Conclusion
Layered dessert parfaits are easy to make, visually stunning, and endlessly customizable — perfect for parties or special dinners.
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Layered Dessert Parfaits with Whipped Cream and Crumble
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 6 parfaits
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering and Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Layered Dessert Parfaits with Whipped Cream and Crumble are individual desserts featuring alternating layers of spiced crumble, smooth cream, and sweet filling, topped with whipped cream — beautiful and delicious.
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Whipped cream
- Brown sugar
- Cinnamon
- Graham crackers (crumbled)
- Butter
- Optional: Pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Mix crumbled graham crackers with melted butter and brown sugar. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes. Cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped cream to make a creamy mixture.
- In parfait glasses, layer the cooled crumble, cream mixture, and any filling (such as pumpkin puree). Top with whipped cream.
Notes
- For variation, use fruit puree or chocolate layers in place of the filling.
- For extra crunch, add toasted nuts to the crumble or on top.
- Keep refrigerated and enjoy within 2 days for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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