Black Friday Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfait Recipe: A Holiday Delight!
There’s something magical about Black Friday, don’t you think? After all the excitement of Thanksgiving, the rush of shopping for deals the next day, it's always great to unwind with something delicious. For me, that something is a heavenly Black Friday Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfait Recipe.
Imagine layers of creamy pumpkin cheesecake, whipped cream, and crunchy graham cracker crumbs blending together in a parfait that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This is the perfect dessert to celebrate the joy of holiday shopping while savoring the last bit of fall flavors.
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Tips for Perfect Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfaits
Use Quality Ingredients: You can't go wrong when you use top-notch ingredients. Ensure your cream cheese and heavy cream are fresh and high-quality. Fresh spices will elevate the flavors, making your parfaits irresistible. Trust me, using the best ingredients will make a world of difference in both taste and texture.
Make Ahead and Store Properly: These parfaits are great because you can make them ahead of time. Just assemble them and store in the fridge. They’ll keep well for up to 2-3 days. This means you can complete all your Black Friday shopping without worrying about dessert. Pull them out when you're ready to serve, and you’ll have a beautiful, delicious treat ready to impress.
Black Friday Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfait Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving glasses or jars for the parfait
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Cheesecake Layer:
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
For the Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Graham Cracker Layer:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Instructions
Prepare the Graham Cracker Layer:
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly among your serving glasses, pressing it down slightly to create a base layer.
Make the Pumpkin Cheesecake Layer:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Add in the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Beat until all the ingredients are well combined and creamy.
Prepare the Whipped Cream:
- In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
Assemble the Parfaits:
- Layer the pumpkin cheesecake mixture on top of the graham cracker base in each serving glass.
- Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the pumpkin cheesecake mixture.
- Repeat the layers until you reach the top of the glasses, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream.
Garnish and Serve:
- Optionally, you can sprinkle some cinnamon or graham cracker crumbs on top of the whipped cream for garnish.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.