Key Lime Cheesecake Parfaits for 4

Instructions:

1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar in a small bowl. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
2. Divide the crumble evenly among 4 glass parfait jars, pressing down slightly with a spoon to create a firm foundation.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 0.5 cup powdered sugar until smooth and pale.
4. Slowly stream in the key lime juice and zest, mixing on low to avoid incorporating too much air.
5. In a separate chilled bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold it into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until velvety.
6. Transfer the cheesecake filling into a piping bag and pipe the mixture over the graham cracker crust in each jar, filling to the brim.
7. Whip the remaining 0.5 cup heavy cream with 1 tbsp powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then top each parfait with a swirl of the garnish cream.
8. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the layers to set.