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Creamy Gingerbread Cheesecake Parfait Cups

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These festive parfait cups layer spiced gingerbread cookie crumbs with a creamy, no-bake cheesecake filling for a nostalgic and easy Christmas party dessert. Perfect for make-ahead entertaining, gifting, or a cozy treat at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups gingerbread cookies, crushed (about 200g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
  • Whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Mini gingerbread cookies or festive sprinkles (for garnish)
  • Crystallized ginger, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place gingerbread cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin or can until you have small crumbs. Transfer to a bowl, add cinnamon and ginger, and drizzle in molasses. Stir until evenly coated. Set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth (about 2 minutes). Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), pinch of salt, and optional lemon zest. Beat again until fluffy and smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form (about 2-3 minutes). Gently fold whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture until fully incorporated.
  4. Layer parfait cups: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of gingerbread crumbs into the bottom of each cup. Add about 1/4 cup of cheesecake filling on top. Repeat with another layer of crumbs and filling, finishing with crumbs.
  5. Top each cup with a swirl of whipped cream, a mini gingerbread cookie, and festive sprinkles or crystallized ginger. Chill parfaits for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free gingerbread cookies. For dairy-free, substitute plant-based cream cheese and coconut yogurt. Chill the parfaits for at least 30 minutes for best texture and flavor. Prep the cheesecake filling a day ahead for deeper flavor. Parfaits can be made up to 2 days in advance and keep well in the fridge. For a lower-sugar version, use sugar substitutes. Add berries, chocolate chips, or nuts for variations.

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