Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

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Layered creamy cheesecake mousse with fresh strawberries and chocolate ganache, ideal for a Valentine’s Day treat. This American-inspired Valentine’s Day recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, layers cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz, softened cream cheese
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup, cold heavy cream
1 cup, sliced fresh strawberries
4 oz semisweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup graham cracker crumbs

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Instructions

Step 1: In a mixing bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup cold heavy cream to stiff peaks. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined and fluffy.
Step 3: Melt 4 oz semisweet chocolate chips with 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth and glossy. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Step 4: To assemble, spoon 2 tbsp graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of four clear parfait glasses.
Step 5: Add a layer of 3 tbsp cheesecake mousse, then 2 tbsp sliced fresh strawberries, followed by a drizzle of warm chocolate ganache.
Step 6: Repeat layers once more, finishing with a few strawberry slices and a final drizzle of chocolate on top. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.