Ingredients:
For the Crust:
- 8 chocolate cream cookies, crushed
For the Filling:
- 12 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 8 oz Cool Whip, divided
- 4 chocolate cream cookies, crushed
- 4 chocolate cream cookies, cut into pieces
For the Topping:
- 21 oz Lucky Leaf Cherry Pie Filling
- 8 mini chocolate cream cookies
- Reserved cookie crumbs and Cool Whip
Instructions:
This no-bake cherry cookies and cream cheesecake parfait is the ultimate easy dessert recipe for any occasion. Perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or a quick sweet treat, this recipe combines the rich flavors of chocolate cream cookies, creamy cheesecake, and sweet cherry pie filling. Follow these simple steps to create a dessert that’s both decadent and hassle-free.
- Prepare the Crust: Evenly distribute the crushed chocolate cream cookies into the bottom of 8 parfait cups (5.5 oz each). Press lightly to form a compact layer.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups of Cool Whip. Reserve 1 teaspoon of cookie crumbs for garnish. Add the remaining crushed cookies and cookie pieces to the mixture, folding gently to combine.
- Assemble the Parfaits: Using a disposable piping bag fitted with a 1M icing tip, pipe the cheesecake filling into the parfait cups. Alternatively, spoon the mixture evenly over the cookie crust.
- Add the Cherry Topping: Spoon the cherry pie filling over each parfait, ensuring an even distribution.
- Finalize and Serve: Just before serving, top each parfait with a dollop of remaining Cool Whip, reserved cookie crumbs, and a mini chocolate cream cookie for a picture-perfect finish.
This no-bake dessert is not only quick to prepare but also visually stunning, making it a crowd-pleaser at any event. Enjoy the perfect blend of crunchy cookies, creamy cheesecake, and juicy cherries in every bite!
