Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups (150g) graham cracker crumbs, finely crushed
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 8 ounces (225g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream, cold
  • ¼ cup (60ml) Key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Key lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Key lime slices (optional)
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Extra graham cracker crumbs (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon (if using) in a medium bowl. Mix well until evenly moistened.
  2. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Gradually beat in heavy cream, Key lime juice, Key lime zest, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth. Avoid over-mixing.
  4. Layer graham cracker crumble and cheesecake filling in parfait glasses, starting with the graham cracker crumble at the bottom. Repeat layers until glasses are filled.
  5. Cover the parfaits and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the filling to set slightly.
  6. Before serving, garnish Key Lime Cheesecake Parfaits with Key lime slices, whipped cream, and/or extra graham cracker crumbs, if desired.