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There are many things in life that I’m still not completely sure of. From the smallest things like what am I going to eat for breakfast tomorrow, to the age old question, what is the meaning of life. (could it possibly be to eat great food?)
There is however one thing I’m sure about in life, everybody loves parfaits.
Okay, so maybe there are some people in the world who may not be too fond of parfaits, (I’m not totally sure why) but if you’ve landed on this recipe, then you must be one of the many creamy layer lovers like myself.
This particular cheesecake parfait is of course clean-eating approved! Made with Greek yogurt, and whipped coconut cream, you’ll nourish your body with healthy fats and proteins while spoiling yourself on this indulgent treat.
Clean-eating Coconut Lemon Cheesecake Parfait
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 2
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
Description
Clean-eating Coconut Lemon Cheesecake Parfait
Ingredients
- Graham crumble:
- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 4 tbsp coconut oil
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- Cheesecake whip:
- 1 can full fat coconut milk (*chilled in the fridge 2 hours or overnight!)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt)
- 3 tbsp honey (or agave syrup)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat your coconut oil on medium-high heat until melted, and can move around the pan smoothly.
- Add your honey and mix together.
- Add the graham cracker crumbs and stir until everything is evenly coated, and begins to become golden brown.
- Once your crumble turns gold, remove from heat, and set aside to harden.
- Once cooled, break apart into small bits with your fingers.
- Scoop the cream off the top of the can of coconut milk and place into your electric mixer. Beat the coconut cream on medium speed until its fluffy, and forms stiff peaks. (Your coconut cream MUST be cold to do this, make sure it is chilled!)
- In a separate bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, honey, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in your coconut whip cream into the Greek yogurt mix.
- Using a mason jar or parfait glass, begin layering your graham mixture, and coconut cheesecake mixture.
- Serve immediately.
This felt like such a fun little treat but still super light. The layers make it look fancy even though it was easy to put together. I made it for a weekend dessert and everyone wanted the recipe.