Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake Parfaits

Looking for a fresh, simple, and nutritious dessert this summer? These blueberry lemon cheesecake parfaits combine the richness of cream cheese and Greek yogurt with a homemade blueberry compote and a crunchy graham cracker base. A perfect balance of indulgence and lightness—ideal for sunny days. Easy to make ahead, these parfaits are great for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen.

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

Blueberry Compote

• 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) sugar
• ¼ cup (60 ml) water

Graham Cracker Base

• 8 graham cracker squares
• ½ tbsp (7.5 ml) coconut oil or butter, melted

Lemon Cheesecake Layer

• 1 cup (250 ml) plain 2% Greek yogurt
• ½ cup (125 ml) light cream cheese, softened
• ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) lemon juice
• Zest of one lemon, about 1 tbsp (30 ml)

Instructions

1. Blueberry Compote: In a small saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 4–6 minutes, or until the blueberries burst easily when pressed.
2. Mash the blueberries with a fork or the back of a spoon. Let simmer for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
3. Graham Cracker Base: Crush the graham crackers in a bowl using a fork, or place them in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a cup.
4. In a small bowl, mix the graham crumbs with melted coconut oil or butter. Set aside.
5. Lemon Cheesecake Mixture: In a bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk by hand to beat the Greek yogurt and softened cream cheese until smooth.
6. Add the vanilla, lemon juice, and zest. Mix until fully combined.
7. Parfait Assembly: Evenly divide the graham mixture among four small glass jars or cups. Press the crumbs down using your fingers or the back of a spoon.
8. Spoon the lemon cheesecake mixture over the graham base in each jar.
9. Top each with a layer of blueberry compote.
10. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving your blueberry lemon cheesecake.

Nutrition per serving: 315 calories | 12g fat | 40g carbs | 4g fiber | 13g protein

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