Probiotic Kefir Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

Probiotic Kefir Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

Light, creamy, and bursting with festive flavors, these Probiotic Kefir Festive Cheesecake Parfaits are a wonderful way to end your holiday meal.

Made with creamy milk kefir for a probiotic-rich base, this no-bake dessert combines tangy cheesecake layers, a crunchy spiced gingerbread base, and vibrant cranberry compote for a show-stopping treat.

Simple to prepare and packed with seasonal charm, these parfaits are a healthier treat everyone will love.

Estimated Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

Ingredients for 4 Servings

Cheesecake Layer:

• 1 cup Kefirlab’s Plain Probiotic Kefir
• 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Gingerbread Base:

• 1 cup crushed gingerbread cookies (or graham crackers for a milder flavor)
• 2 tbsp coconut oil

Cranberry Compote:

• 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp water

Toppings (Optional):

• Pomegranate seeds
• A sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
• Fresh mint leaves

How to Make It

1. Make the Cranberry Compote:
   In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, honey/maple syrup, cinnamon, and water. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Let it cool completely.
   
2. Prepare the Gingerbread Base:
   Crush gingerbread cookies into fine crumbs. Mix with melted butter or coconut oil until it resembles wet sand. Press a spoonful into the base of each serving glass.
   
3. Make the Cheesecake Layer:
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together the milk kefir, cream cheese, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste.
   
4. Assemble the Parfaits:
   Spoon a layer of the creamy kefir cheesecake mixture over the gingerbread base.
   Add a spoonful of cooled cranberry compote.
   Repeat the layers, finishing with a dollop of cheesecake mixture.
   
5. Garnish and Serve:
   Top with pomegranate seeds, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a fresh mint leaf for a festive touch.
   Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

These Probiotic Kefir Cheesecake Parfaits are the perfect mix of creamy, indulgent, and gut-friendly goodness—plus, they’ll look amazing on your holiday table!