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Red Velvet Oreo Cheesecake Parfaits

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These easy, no-bake parfait cups layer moist red velvet cake, creamy cheesecake filling, and crunchy Oreo crumbles for a showstopping dessert that’s perfect for parties or a special treat. Quick to assemble and endlessly adaptable, they’re a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups red velvet cake (homemade or boxed mix, baked and cooled), cut or crumbled into cubes
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
  • 12–15 Oreo cookies (about 1 1/2 cups), crushed
  • Mini Oreos or extra crushed cookies (for topping, optional)
  • Red velvet cake crumbs (for garnish, optional)
  • Whipped cream or white chocolate curls (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bake your favorite red velvet cake recipe or a boxed mix according to instructions. Let it cool completely, then cut or crumble about 3 cups into bite-sized cubes.
  2. Place 12–15 Oreo cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin or pulse in a food processor until you have rough crumbs. Set aside about 1/4 cup for garnish if desired.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes). Add vanilla extract and lemon juice (if using) and beat until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy whipping cream to stiff peaks (about 2–3 minutes). Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture with a spatula until smooth and airy.
  5. In each clear cup or glass, start with a layer of red velvet cake cubes (about 2 tablespoons per cup). Add a generous spoonful (or piped layer) of cheesecake filling, smoothing to the edges. Sprinkle a layer of crushed Oreos (about 1 tablespoon per cup).
  6. Repeat layers: cake, cheesecake, Oreos, until the cup is full or you’ve used up the ingredients. Finish with cheesecake filling and a sprinkle of cake crumbs or mini Oreos on top.
  7. Chill parfaits in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor and texture. Serve cold, straight from the fridge.

Notes

For best results, use day-old cake for sturdier layers. Chill the parfaits for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld. Add the top Oreo layer just before serving to keep it crunchy. For gluten-free, use gluten-free cake and cookies. Do not freeze, as the cheesecake filling may become grainy.

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Keywords: red velvet, oreo, cheesecake, parfait, no-bake dessert, layered dessert, easy dessert, party dessert, individual dessert, cream cheese, cake parfait

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