Looking for an easy, delicious, no-bake dessert recipe that will please Weight Watchers and non-Weight Watchers alike? Look no further than these light and delicious no-bake strawberry cheesecake parfaits, which were a big hit when I took them to dinner with friends recently.
When invited to my friend Beth's house for dinner a couple weeks ago, I asked what I could bring for dessert that her kids would like.
She said everyone loved strawberries. So I went in search of a quick and easy recipe that wouldn't require turning on the oven.
As soon as I spied these strawberry cheesecake parfaits in Holly Clegg's Trim and Terrific Kitchen 101 Cookbook (affiliate link), I knew I had a winner.
WW Friendly No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits
How Many Calories and WW Points in these Skinny Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits?
According to my calculations each serving has 188 calories and
7 *SmartPoints (Green plan)
7 *SmartPoints (Blue plan)
7 *SmartPoints (Purple plan)
5 *PointsPlus (Old plan)
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Recipe Notes
A light and luscious twist on strawberry cheesecake requiring minimal effort. Just assemble and layer sliced strawberries, graham cracker crumbs and "cheesecake" cream into single-serving dishes for perfectly portion controlled individual desserts.
Instead of using fancy wine or martini glasses, I chose clear plastic disposable cups to make transportation to our dinner destination as painless as possible.
I tweaked the original recipe a bit, doubling the amount of strawberries and skipping almond extract, which can be overpowering for many people, especially kids.
The combination of berries, graham cracker crumbs and cheesecake-like cream was a winner with both kids and adults. Enjoy!
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Recipe Variations
lower calories/points - fat free cream cheese instead of reduced fat, zero calorie sweetener in place of sugar, fewer/no graham cracker crumbs
no strawberries - use any berry or combination you prefer
lemon - I love to add a bit of lemon juice to both strawberries and cheesecake. I added about 1 teaspoon to each the strawberries and cream cheese mixture. This is totally optional.
almond - the original recipe suggested 1 teaspoon almond extract in the cream cheese mixture.
no graham cracker crumbs - substitute your favorite cookie crumbs. Shortbread, biscotti, animal crackers, oreos, etc.
no plain Greek yogurt - any flavor yogurt you prefer would work. Or skip it and use more whipped topping.
If you like these lightened up strawberry cheesecake parfaits, be sure to check out my other easy, healthy Weight Watchers friendly dessert recipes with strawberries including Skinny Strawberry Shortcake Waffle, 3-Ingredient Nonfat Frozen Strawberry Yogurt, Strawberry Rhubarb Dessert Soup, Weight Watchers Frozen Strawberry Layer Cake and Easy Strawberry Shortcake Cookies
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Skinny No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert Parfaits Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds strawberries, stemmed and sliced
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
- ½ cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup confectioner's sugar
- 1-½ cups frozen non-fat whipped topping, thawed, divided
- ⅔ cup graham cracker crumbs
Instructions
- In bowl, sprinkle the stemmed and sliced strawberries with sugar. Gently toss to combine and set aside while you make the "cheesecake cream."
- In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, yogurt, vanilla, and confectioners sugar until smooth. Gently stir in ½ cup whipped topping.
- To assemble parfaits, divide the ingredients among 8 dishes or glasses. Layer graham cracker crumbs, cream cheese filling, and strawberries.
- Repeat layers and end with a dollop of whipped topping.
Equipment
Recipe Notes
- lower calories/points - fat free cream cheese instead of reduced fat, zero calorie sweetener in place of sugar, fewer/no graham cracker crumbs.
- no strawberries - use any berry or combination you prefer.
- lemon - I love to add a bit of lemon juice to both strawberries and cheesecake. I added about 1 teaspoon to each the strawberries and cream cheese mixture. This is totally optional.
- almond - the original recipe suggested 1 teaspoon almond extract in the cream cheese mixture.
- no graham cracker crumbs - substitute your favorite cookie crumbs. Shortbread, biscotti, animal crackers, oreos, etc.
- no plain Greek yogurt - any flavor yogurt you prefer would work. Or skip it and use more whipped topping.
Recipe source: Holly Clegg's Trim and Terrific Kitchen 101: Secrets to Cooking Confidence: Cooking Basics Plus 150 Easy Healthy Recipes (affiliate link)
*Points® calculated by WW. *PointsPlus® and SmartPoints® calculated by Simple Nourished Living; Not endorsed by Weight Watchers International, Inc. All recipe ingredients except optional items included in determining nutritional estimates. SmartPoints® values calculated WITHOUT each plan's ZeroPoint Foods (Green plan, Blue plan, Purple plan) using the WW Recipe Builder.
This video shows a British variation of low-fat strawberry cheesecake pots you might like as well. The ingredients are slightly different, but basic process very similar. Because it calls for jam, The SmartPoints are probably higher, but it sure looks delicious...
In this video, see how you can make easy, no-bake mini strawberry cheesecakes:
Not a fan of individual desserts? Try this Spoonable Strawberry Cheesecake Dessert that is made in a pie dish.
More Weight Watchers Friendly Dessert Recipes
- Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake (HungryGirl)
- Chocolate Covered Strawberries (SkinnyTaste)
- Strawberry Shortcake Lasagna (RecipeDiaries)
- Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Lightened Up (SnackGirl)
- Strawberry Cake Roll (LaaLoosh)
- Strawberry Cheesecake Pudding Parfaits (EmilyBites)
- Upside-Down Strawberry Pretzel Pie (HungryGirl)
- "No Bake" Strawberry Shortcake Trifle (SkinnyTaste)
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Gina
This is a really great recipe! With the Greek yogurt, strawberries, and low calories, there’s nothing to even feel guilty about, and it certainly doesn’t taste low calorie! Loved it! The only change I made was adding a tiny bit more confectioner’s sugar to the cream cheese mixture. Easy to adjust to your taste. If you do put it in wine glasses or dessert cups, it looks pretty fancy. Definitely a recipe to keep!
Debby
Yum-made these up just now for dessert tonight. I tasted as I layered ( you know, to ensure they were as yummy as they looked!)
Dorothy Marie Hibbard
Simple, quick, and delicious! I did not use the whipped cream - to save points. And no graham cracker crust but It was still great.
Ashley
It was exactly what I needed as I start my weight loss journey. I struggle with my sweet tooth and this hit all my nice taste buds. Even my five year old enjoyed and he is a very picky eater. Thank you!
Nancy Westenfield
Best parfait recipe so easy to make and thoroughly enjoy every bit.
Martha McKinnon
Nancy, So glad you liked it!! Thanks for taking the time to let us know! ~Martha
Erin Scharff
Just wanted to let you know that the vanilla extract isn’t in the directions. It’s only in the ingredients.
Martha McKinnon
Hi Erin,
Thanks for taking the time to let me know. I've added the vanilla extract to the directions. ~Martha