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Gingerbread Cheesecake Parfaits

Festive layered dessert with spiced gingerbread crumbs, creamy cheesecake, and whipped cream. Perfect for holidays and parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 parfaits
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 1 cup gingerbread cookies finely crushed
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Layer
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup whipped cream
Optional Toppings
  • 2 tbsp molasses
  • extra whipped cream, cinnamon stick, gingerbread crumbles as desired

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. Mix crushed gingerbread cookies with melted butter. Set aside.
  2. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until smooth.
  3. Gently fold whipped cream into cheesecake mixture.
  4. Layer gingerbread crumbs, cheesecake mixture, and molasses in serving glasses. Repeat layers.
  5. Top with whipped cream, sprinkle extra crumbs, and garnish with cinnamon stick.
  6. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Assemble ahead for convenience. Serve chilled for best flavor.