No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Parfait

Name: No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Parfait
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 cups heavy cream; ½ cup powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 sleves Graham Crackers ((18 crackers)); 6 tbsp butter (melted); 1 cup creamy peanut butter; 8 oz cream cheese (softened); 1 tsp vanilla; 3.4 oz package of cheesecake instant pudding mix; 2 cups heavy cream; ½ cup powdered sugar

Layers of silky peanut butter cheesecake, whipped cream and buttery, golden graham cracker crumbs make this fabulous, no bake summer dessert.

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layered peanut butter dessert in glass jars with sprinkles

Even though this delicious no bake peanut butter cheesecake parfait looks like it comes from the dessert cart of a fancy restaurant, it is super quick and easy to make. Layers of creamy peanut butter cheesecake, airy whipped cream and golden graham cracker crumbs make this wonderful summer dessert simply to die for.

done and decorated peanut butter parfait

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This decadent no bake peanut butter parfait will be a sure hit with your family and every peanut butter lover in your life.

Table Of Contents

WHAT IS PEANUT BUTTER PARFAIT?
- ❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS PEANUT BUTTER PARFAIT RECIPE
INGREDIENTS
- VARIATIONS: Try Oreo cookies!
INSTRUCTIONS
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
HOW TO MAKE AHEAD
TIPS FOR THE BEST PEANUT BUTTER PARFAIT
HOW TO STORE
MORE PEANUT BUTTER RECIPES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No Bake Peanut Butter Cheesecake Parfait

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WHAT IS PEANUT BUTTER PARFAIT?

This show stopping, no bake dessert combines layers of peanut butter cheesecake filling, whipped cream and buttery graham cracker crumbs. Fill individual glass jars with 3, 6 or 9 layers to create this insanely delicious as well as visually stunning dessert. Chocolate sprinkles, chocolate chips and chopped peanut butter cups can be added to the top for decoration.

❤️ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS PEANUT BUTTER PARFAIT RECIPE

✔️ Notable: creamy layers of peanut butter cheesecake and whipped cream with sweet and buttery graham cracker crumbs

✔️ Main Ingredients: heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, graham crackers, butter, creamy peanut butter, full fat cream cheese, cheesecake instant pudding mix

✔️ Cooking Method: no bake

✔️ Assembly Time: 10 minutes

✔️ Diets: vegetarian

✔️ Special Equipment Needed: electric mixer, glass jars, piping bags, food processor or rolling pin

first three layers of peanut butter parfait in a glass jar

close up of assembled peanut butter parfaits

INGREDIENTS

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for no bake peanut butter dessert, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements and printable instructions, see the recipe card below.

You may have all of these no bake peanut butter cheesecake parfait ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

Pantry Ingredients: powdered sugar, graham crackers, creamy peanut butter, cheesecake instant pudding mix
Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: heavy cream, cream cheese, butter
Spices: vanilla extract

VARIATIONS: Try Oreo cookies!

Use crushed up oreos instead of graham crackers if you prefer!

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love no bake desserts then you’ll love our No Bake Chocolate Lasagna.

INSTRUCTIONS

This section shows how to cook no bake peanut butter dessert, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREPARE PEANUT BUTTER LAYER: In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and vanilla with an electric mixer. Then add peanut butter, and mix. Next add the pudding, and mix again. Continue by slowly pouring in the heavy cream with the mixer on low speed. Mix until combined. To finish the peanut butter mixture, add the powdered sugar and mix until combined.

peanut butter added to cream cheese mixture

powdered sugar added to peanut butter mixture

PREPARE OTHER LAYERS: Whip heavy cream, vanilla and sugar until stiff peaks form. Crush the graham crackers to fine crumbs and mix with melted butter.

melted butter added to graham cracker crumbs

ASSEMBLE: Layer ingredients in a small jar or cup. Start with graham crackers then a peanut butter layer, then whipped cream. Continue with layers until the cup is full.

peanut butter parfait components ready to asseble

DECORATE AND SERVE: Finally, finish with a dollop of whipped cream and decorate with sprinkles, chocolate chips or mini peanut butter cups. Serve.

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love individual, layered desserts then you’ll love our Banana Pudding Parfait. Or check out these 50 no bake dessert recipes.

RECOMMENDED TOOLS

Electric Mixer – This no bake peanut butter cheesecake recipe requires an electric mixer to achieve the desired smoothness and creaminess of the peanut butter mixture. We also recommend whipping the heavy cream with the electric mixer.

HOW TO MAKE AHEAD

The assembled parfaits only last a couple of hours in the fridge. You can, however, prepare the cream cheese mixture and whipped cream in advance and chill them in separate, airtight containers in the fridge. You can also prepare the graham cracker crumbs and keep them in an airtight container on the counter.

TIPS FOR THE BEST PEANUT BUTTER PARFAIT

Follow these tips to make the best no bake peanut butter dessert.

✔️ Use softened cream cheese. Let the cream cheese soften slightly before using to ensure a smooth and creamy result.

✔️ Bring heavy cream to stiff peak stage. If your cream isn’t whipped enough it will not form a clear layer and seep into the other layers.

✔️ Use pastry bags for layering. To ensure clear, smudge free layers pipe the creams into the jars using pastry bags.

HOW TO STORE

Refrigerate: Assembled peanut butter parfaits can be kept in the refrigerator for a couple of hours until you are ready to serve them. However, individual components can be stored separately for up to 24 hours.

Freeze: We do not recommend freezing this no bake peanut butter dessert.

MORE PEANUT BUTTER RECIPES

If you are also a big fan of peanut butter desserts then you have to try our Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake Hand Pies, Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins, or Deep Fried Peanut Butter Balls.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about making no bake peanut butter parfait.

Is it possible to use frozen whipped topping instead of the whipped cream layer?

We recommend using freshly whipped cream for this recipe, however, frozen whipped topping should also work well with this recipe.

Can I use store bought graham cracker crumbs instead of crushing my own?

Yes, you can. We are using 2 sleeves (18 graham crackers) for this recipe. This is the equivalent of about 2 cups of graham cracker crumbs.

How much in advance can I make these desserts?

Peanut butter parfaits can be made a couple of hours in advance. Store the layered desserts in the fridge until ready to serve. You can prepare the individual components up to 24 hours in advance, if you keep them separate.