These No Bake Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake Parfaits are incredibly quick and easy to make. Lemons and raspberries combine perfectly in this sweet treat.
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The theme for this month is indulgent recipes or Valentine’s Day recipes. I think so many people equate indulgent recipes with guilt. I’m not one of those people. I love indulgent recipes. As long as you eat them in moderation life is good.
I’m super addicted to tiny desserts. Not only does it help with portion control so you can indulge without going overboard, but they just look so darn cute. I used juice glasses for these desserts. They work perfectly for cheesecake parfaits.
As you can see I’m also a sucker for tiny cute spoons. I know, I know. They are just too cute for words. I have a million different kinds for the blog. Some are fun patterns, some have cute shapes, and some are plain with writing etched into them.
I used Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese in Lemon for this recipe. If you combine it with cream cheese and a little confectioners’ sugar it makes an easy but flavourful no bake cheesecake. I’m all about easy recipes that delight the taste buds.
Nothing goes better with cheesecake than whipped cream. I used Gay Lea Regular Whipping Cream for the top of each cheesecake parfait. It’s so easy to use and the taste is out of this world. On days where I’m busy with work or pets I take the easy road.
I think that’s why I love no bake recipes so much. For those who don’t know we have a lot of pets. Lots of pets make lots of work for Mom. I’m always feeding them, walking them, taking them to the vet, playing with them, and training them.
Free time just isn’t on my agenda most days. I love to cook but most days I have a narrow window like most people. The days I have a ton of time are days where I try to fit in making 5 to 6 recipes for the blog. Some days are sprints, some days are marathons.
I tend to spend more time cooking than baking. I’m the kind of gal who can spend all day cooking dinner from scratch. Then I realize I need dessert so I end up making a quick one. I figure most people are like me so I love to have tons of easy desserts on the blog.
So basically, I’m blaming you for the fact that I’m totally lazy. I’m good like that.
All kidding aside, I hope you love this recipe as much as I do. I promise this recipe will delight your taste buds and make you jump up and down with pure joy. I’d offer a money back guarantee but all my recipes are free so you’ll just have to trust me.
You know, trust the girl who blames her readers for her laziness. M’kay. Love you. Now rush off and make this recipe.
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- 24 Nilla wafer cookies crushed, divided
- 2 8-ounce packages of cream cheese, softened
- 4 100g Gay Lea Nordica Smooth Cottage Cheese (Lemon)
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 540ml cans raspberry pie filling
- 1 can Gay Lea Real Whipped Cream you won't use the whole can
- Optional: fresh raspberries for garnish
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Crush the Nilla wafers into small pieces. You can use a food processor. Or toss them in a baggie and use a rolling pin to crush them. Place half of the crushed wafers in the bottom of each glass. Set the other half aside for the second layer.
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Combine the cream cheese, lemon flavoured smooth cottage cheese, and confectioners' sugar in a bowl. Mix on low speed initially, gradually increasing speed until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Spoon half the mixture into the jars. Or use a piping bag if you want a cleaner look. Set aside remaining half of cheesecake filling for the second layer.
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Add a couple of heaping teaspoons of raspberry pie filling into each jar. Use a spoon to smooth out or gently tap the glasses on the counter.
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Add the second layer of crushed wafer cookies into each glass.
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Add the second layer of cheesecake filling into each glass.
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Add the second layer of raspberry pie filling into each glass.
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Top each with a nice dollop of whipped cream.
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Add a raspberry o the top of each parfait.
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Place in fridge until you are ready to serve. I suggest chilling for a minimum of 1 hour. They can be chilled overnight but know that the colour of the raspberry could discolour the cheesecake filling.
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Serve with a big old parfait loving smile!
If for some reason you cannot find the lemon smooth cottage cheese you can substitute regular smooth cottage cheese with 1 teaspoon of lemon extract mixed in.
You know you want to make these! Go ahead. I’ll wait…
Okay, okay. I caved and ate one while you were making yours. I admit it!
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Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
1. GORGEOUS! 2. I love anything no bake and raspberry cheesecake flavored… so basically I’m obsessed. 🙂
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks Jennifer. They were really delicious. Perfect timing for Valentine’s Day.
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says
Great competition and recipe too. Love the fact that these are no bake. That lemon cottage cheese looks amazing
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Bintu. We love citrus so I was thrilled to find this product.
Lauren Kelly Nutrition says
These are so gorgeous Kim! I love a good solid no bake treat! Especially ones as beautiful as these!
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Lauren. I’m a huge fan of no bake recipes.
Luci's Morsels says
I love the idea of using the lemon flavored smooth cottage cheese. This looks delicious!
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much. We love this product. It really adds such a nice flavour to everything I use it in.
Am says
Another thing that I love about individually portioned desserts, it makes them easy to pack and take places! This looks like it would be a lovely afternoon pick me up to have at work.
Kim Beaulieu says
That is so true. We put ours in mason jars quite often so we can take them in lunches. Thanks for stopping by Am.
Kristine says
These no-bake parfaits sound incredible! I love lemon and cheesecake together.
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks Kristine. I feel the same way.
Alyssa | EverydayMaven says
These are just so pretty!
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Alyssa.
Amanda | Chew Town says
What a delicious ruby coloured parfait! Love the layers of flavours and textures in this! Also… I love those twig spoons! Would love it if you could share the source?
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Amanda. I appreciate it.
I think the kids got them for me at Pier One Imports a couple of years ago.
Saw them on Amazon. Leaving my affiliate link if you want to take a peek.
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Amanda Michetti says
Brilliant! Thanks Kim. I got a pair using your affiliate link and they even ship to Australia for a reasonable price!!
Kim Beaulieu says
That’s awesome. Thanks so much for using the link. I’m a huge sucker for cute spoons and jars so if you ever see any on the blog you like just let me know and I’ll let you know where I got them. I love shopping for blog props.
Amanda|The Kitcheneer says
I love these tiny decadent and GORGEOUS desserts!
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Amanda. I love tiny desserts too. Something about them just speaks to my soul.
Megan @ MegUnprocessed says
This looks beautiful!
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Megan.
[email protected] says
This is stunning!
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Fabiola. I appreciate it.
linda nissen says
This looks so yummy,will make for sure.Thanks.
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Linda. Much appreciated.
linda nissen says
When it comes to add birthday info it wont let me enter to go on to enter contest?
Kim Beaulieu says
Hi Linda. Let me send this to Gay Lea to see what’s going on. It should be allowing you to enter.
Kim Beaulieu says
Linda: Is it when you use the email icon? I just tested it and it worked on mine. Did you enter all 4 numbers for year of birth? Sorry, just trying to problem solve so you get entered.
John/Kitchen Riffs says
Heck, I was just fixing to blame you for me being so lazy, and you beat me to it! This looks really pretty. And I’ll bet it tastes pretty good, too. Nice — thanks.
Kim Beaulieu says
Ha, I love it. Thanks, John. I swear 2017 has kicked our butts. I need a vacation.
Hope you’re well. We need to catch up soon.
linda nissen says
It still wont let me enter birthday,it goes red and wont go on.Thanks
Kim Beaulieu says
Hi Linda. If you want to send me your info I can try to add it for you. My email is [email protected]. I can add it myself and see what’s going on. If it still won’t allow it I’ll contact Gay Lea for you. It’s very odd it’s not working.
Donna @ Modern on Monticello says
This is something my husband will certainly love. I have pinned it to make later. Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty
Kim Beaulieu says
I hope he does. Thanks so much for stopping by.
Beverly says
These no bake parfaits look so yummy. I don’t think I have ever seen Gay Lea products.
Thanks for sharing at Wonderful Wednesday Blog Hop. Hope you come back next week so I can stop by again. Bev
Kim Beaulieu says
Thanks so much Beverly. They also own Nordica. You may have seen those.