Lime Cheesecake Parfait Recipe (2024)

This no-bake lime cheesecake parfait is a dream during the summer months when you want something cool and creamy. That’s right, there’s no need to heat up the house any further by switching the oven on!

The bottom layer of this tasty treat is made with crumbled Oreo cookies for ease. But it’s the cheesecake mixture that makes this lime cheesecake parfait shine. It’s made with a mixture of cream cheese, lime juice, lime zest, sugar, vanilla, and whipped topping. Oh, and don’t forget a sprinkling of more crumbled cookies on top!

This is one of those desserts that I’ll pull out when I’m pressed for time. Not only does it firm up well in the fridge, but you can prep it ahead to whip out when the time is right!

Now let’s get whipping.

Why You’ll Love This Lime Cheesecake Parfait

• It’s incredibly easy to make and contains just a few simple ingredients.
• The Oreo cookie base removes the need for crushing graham crackers (and gets rid of butter!).
• The whipped topping mixes beautifully with the cream cheese to create a seriously indulgent dessert.
• The lime flavor infuses into the cream cheese mixture like a dream, giving every bite a zingy kick.

Ingredients

The full printable recipe card with measurements and instructions is found at the bottom of the post.

• Golden Oreos: These are a great alternative to graham crackers and remove the need for any butter in this recipe!
• Cream cheese: I recommend using full-fat for maximum flavor, but you can shave calories off with low-fat varieties.
• Lime juice: For a zingy flavor that balances the creaminess of the cheese.
• Lime: The lime zest tastes incredibly bright and fresh in this recipe and adds serious depth to the cheesecake mixture.
• Vanilla extract: Just a touch to bring out the flavors of the recipe.
• Sugar: For sweetness (of course!)
• Salt: A pinch to balance the rest of the ingredients.
• Frozen whipped topping: This light and airy topping removes the need for double cream (and comes pre-whipped!).

How to Make Lime Cheesecake Parfait

• Step One: Crumble the Golden Oreos and evenly divide them between 4 parfait dishes.
• Step Two: In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, lime juice, sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and lime zest on medium-high speed until smooth.
• Step Three: Stir in the whipped topping until everything is smooth.
• Step Four: Pipe a pastry bag and tip (or use a spoon!) to add the cheesecake mixture to each of the parfait dishes.
• Step Five: Crumble Golden Oreos and add to each dish for garnish.
• Step Six: Serve and enjoy or store in the fridge until you’re ready to eat!

Equipment Needed

You don’t need much to bring this lime cheesecake parfait to life. But if you can grab these simple pieces of equipment, it’ll make your prep work way easier!

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• Glass mixing bowls
• Hand mixer
• Glass dessert bowls

What to Serve with Lime Cheesecake Parfait

Although this lime cheesecake parfait is glorious on its own, these tasty sides are perfect complementary picks! If you’re looking for savory accompaniments, virtually anything you put on the BBQ would work well with these.

• Rocky Road Pudding
• Cinnamon Roll Coffee Milkshake
• Maple Coffee Milkshake
• Peanut Butter Cheesecake Brownies

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• If you’re serving your lime cheesecake parfait immediately, you’ll want to refrigerate your dessert bowls. This will prevent this dish from becoming a goopy mess if the weather warms up.
• If you want to firm things up slightly, you can leave your parfaits in the fridge for a couple of hours.
• Bring the cream cheese to room temperature before using it. I can’t overstate this enough – using cream cheese straight out of the fridge will cause serious lumps!
• For finer and less chunky Oreo crumbs, crush them inside a Ziploc bag with the back of a spoon.

Variations and Substitutions

• If you don’t want to use Golden Oreos, you can use shortbread cookies or graham crackers! The latter ingredient will make these lime cheesecake parfaits taste more like traditional cheesecakes.
• It’s not necessary for the recipe, but topping your parfait with a slice of fresh lime can really add to the aesthetics!
• If you’re not a lime fan, you can switch the lime and lime juice for lemon! It’s a slightly different citrusy flavor, but it’s just as delicious.

Storage Instructions

I don’t recommend storing this lime cheesecake parfait for longer than 2 days (the Oreos will go soggy!).

If you assemble your parfaits into dessert cups, try and lightly wrap them with plastic wrap to keep things fresh.

Just give things a quick stir before serving.

Can I Freeze?

This recipe doesn’t freeze overly well, so I recommend eating it immediately or storing it in the fridge.

Cheesecake Recipes

If you loved this lime cheesecake parfait, then you’re bound to appreciate these other cheesecake-related picks!

• Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Recipe – Caramels and pecans taking center stage in the same recipe? Where do I sign up?! This sinfully rich and buttery caramel pecan cheesecake is super straightforward and is perfect for potlucks and dinner parties.
• Lemon Cheesecake Mousse – Velvety smooth and citrusy, this lemon cheesecake mousse is a fresh and flavorful dessert of dreams!
• Pecan Pie Cheesecake – When the holidays roll around, I’ll always pull out this crowd-pleasing pecan pie cheesecake. It’s rich, packed with nutty flavor, and has an amazing crust that melts in your mouth.
• Butterscotch Cheesecake Bars – These incredible butterscotch cheesecake bars are ridiculously indulgent. They’re also creamy, delicious, and get an amazing texture from the softened cream cheese!
• Brownie Bottom Cheesecake – This brownie bottom cheesecake couldn’t be easier to make. It features a rich chocolate brownie layer and a sweet cheesecake filling. You can even use brownie mix to save on time!

You might also like this No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake.

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