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🍋 Refreshing Lemon Parfait Recipe – A Zesty No-Bake Dessert Delight
Enjoy a light and tangy lemon parfait layered with cream and cookie crumbs. This no-bake dessert is perfect for summer days, parties, and lemon lovers alike!
🍋 Easy Lemon Parfait Recipe (No-Bake & Crowd-Pleasing)
Bright, creamy, and bursting with citrus flavor – this Lemon Parfait is your new go-to no-bake dessert. Whether you’re hosting brunch, craving a light treat, or planning a spring gathering, these layered lemon parfaits deliver the perfect balance of sweet and tart in every spoonful.
📋 Ingredients
For the lemon layer:
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
For the whipped cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the base:
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp sugar
Optional toppings:
- Fresh berries
- Mint leaves
- Lemon zest or thin lemon slices
🧑🍳 Instructions
✅ Step 1: Make the Crust Layer
- Combine crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Mix well and set aside. This will be used as the crumb layers.
✅ Step 2: Prepare the Lemon Cream
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, condensed milk, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to thicken slightly.
✅ Step 3: Whip the Cream
- In a cold bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
🍨 Assemble the Parfaits
- In serving glasses or jars, layer graham cracker crumbs, lemon filling, and whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers as desired, ending with whipped cream.
- Garnish with fresh berries, mint, or lemon zest.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving for best flavor.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required – Quick and easy for any skill level
- Fresh citrus flavor – Perfectly tangy and sweet
- Make-ahead friendly – Great for parties and gatherings
- Instagram-worthy layers – Beautiful presentation in glass jars
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