Lemon Curd Parfait is the perfect no-bake dessert that is fancy and fun.
You can make it with homemade lemon curd, or store-bought. Add some cookies, berries, and a touch of whipped cream.
Looking for a bakery-style dessert? Try Lemon Curd Tarts. Perfect for summer parties.
I happen to love lemon desserts. Lemon Polenta Cake is a family favourite. Easter is fun when the grandkids dig into Lemon Ice Cream with cute sprinkles.
This lemon parfait recipe is so easy and so delicious. You will enjoy it year-round. Perfect for company.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this no-bake lemon parfait can be found at the bottom of this post.
Lemon Curd Layered Dessert Ingredients
Easy-to-find ingredients make this the perfect quick dessert recipe.
- lemon curd
- ladyfingers
- whipped cream
- fresh berries
Lemon Curd Parfait Is Easy To Make
Simple to put together is always a bonus. No-bake means less stress in the kitchen.
- Whip your cream and set it aside.
- Crush up the ladyfingers.
- Wash and slice berries.
- Grab your lemon curd.
- All you have to do is layer: cookies, curd, cream, and repeat.
- Top with whipped cream, and additional berries.
Suggestions/Recipe Tips
Lemon curd can be homemade or store-bought. You can also use lemon pudding.
Whipped cream can be made fresh. You can make it ahead of time and stabilize it. If you like, canned whipped cream is always an option.
Berries are anything you like. I used strawberries. Blueberries and raspberries are great alternatives.
Ladyfingers are always elegant to use in desserts. You can switch these up for any kind of biscuit you like. Shortbread cookies are delicious. You can even use cake, like shortcake or pound cake.
Serve in a tall glass to show off the pretty layers. Wine glasses are a great choice. They can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to eat. You may want to use stabilized whipped cream if you are going to store them for several hours.
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FAQ
Simply a layered dessert in a tall glass. Traditionally the French layered frozen custard with fresh fruit. In the US ice cream is often used. Pudding, cookies, berries, and whipped cream are typical parfait ingredients.
Yes, you can. It should last for about a year or so. Always store lemon curd in the fridge. Once thawed, it will last for about 1 month.
Tarts, pies, cakes, macarons, parfaits, or just eat it by the spoonful.
Looking for more easy no-bake dessert ideas? Give these a try:
No-Bake Lemon Curd Parfait
Ingredients
- 4 ladyfinger biscuits (crushed)
- ¾ cup lemon curd
- 6 ounces fresh strawberries (sliced)
- ¼ cup whipped cream (whipped)
Instructions
- Whip cream and place in the fridge until ready to use.
- Crush ladyfingers and set aside.
- Wash and slice berries. If you want your berries sweeter, place in a bowl with sugar and mix.
- Get a serving glass.
- Layer the ingredients: crumbs, lemon curd, whipped cream, berries, crumbs, lemon curd, whipped cream, and end with berries.
- Place in the fridge till ready to serve.
Daniela Anderson
Oh that looks lush! I love lemon curd, it makes a lovely combination with the sweet whipped cream. And strawberries are the perfect fruit for this yummy treat. I’m buying loads of strawberries these days, my little one has just learnt to say “strawberries”, which she will repeat again and again when we are in a shop, so l really have to get some.
Homemade & Yummy
Fresh berry season is the best. Happy summer!!
Nicole Shillings
Mmmmmm! Lemon curd and strawberries!! Yummy to the moon and back!! I bet it’s so summery and refreshing.
Homemade & Yummy
Such a great combination….LOVE it!!
Veena Azmanov
I LOVE lemon curd and this is my kind of dessert!! The berries look so refreshing and beautiful in color. Can’t wait to try this.
Homemade & Yummy
One of my favourites for sure…and so easy to make.
Danielle Cushing
YES! I love lemon curd everything! What a cool glass too!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks…I do like these glasses too…they are fun.
Amanda
This is so luscious! Lemon curd is one of my favorites, and the strawberries are a nice counterpoint to the tartness.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes I could just eat lemon curd off the spoon all by itself.
Mandee Pogue
What a stunningly perfect summer dessert! I love a good pucker and I can’t wait to give this a try!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…it is like summer in a glass.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Love that lemon and strawberry combo! What a great summer treat!
Homemade & Yummy
I have to agree with you…and totally delicious.
Tina Dawson | Love is in my Tummy
Lemon curd and strawberries! Boy, summer does not get better than this!
Homemade & Yummy
Well the only thing that can get better here is the weather.
Amanda
I must agree. This is a winner! I love the tart/sweet combination. Beautiful photos, too!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much, hope you give it a try.
Lynn | The Road to Honey
We are closing on our house in a couple of weeks, Gloria, which means we will FINALLY have a grill again. I can’t wait because the hubby and I absolutely adore grilled meats and veggies. Loving this sunny little curd and strawberry parfait. It just screams summer and is the perfect little treat to cool down with on those warm summer days. P.S. Hoping your weather improves. We’ve been getting some rain but it has been pretty good overall. . .and we finally have warm temps!!!
Homemade & Yummy
Happy grilling….and happy summer.
Denise Wright
This sounds so yummy & refreshing
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks.
Natalie
Oh I love lemon curd. It’s so refreshing, light and summery. Love this combo with strawberries. A must try, definitely.
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you enjoy it as much as we do.
Marie-Pierre Breton
This dessert screams SUMMERTIME! My favorite kinds! Nothing like a creamy lemon curd on a hot summer day! I’ll make it soon! Yum!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…Happy Summer!!
Lisa | Garlic & Zest
I love lemon curd — it’s so bright and lush! Using it in a parfait sounds like a great summer dessert!
Homemade & Yummy
Well I could just eat if off the spoon, but this is much prettier.
jenn peas and crayons
I’m with you – easy, light and stress free are totally key! Love this easy breezy summer dessert!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes…not summer stress!!