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Since it’s “Dr. Seuss Week” at our house, I knew that I wanted to create a red-and-white “Cat in the Hat”-themed treat, but I also wanted it to taste great. My solution? These absolutely delicious “Cat in the Hat” Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Parfaits. They sound totally decadent, but they’re actually a healthy way to start your day.

Dr. Seuss Cat in Hat Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Parfait

The “cheesecake” is really just some protein-rich ricotta cheese, mixed with a little bit of vanilla, sugar, and salt for extra flavor. Add some diced strawberries and a bit of strawberry preserves and you have an amazingly tasty breakfast that’s very similar to a fancy, rich cheesecake…minus most of the calories. Serve these with graham crackers or toast for a balanced breakfast or snack.

Cat in Hat Parfaits

The parfaits pictured are actually “mini” parfaits that I served in little shot glasses. They’re perfectly kid-sized, and would also be cute on a dessert or breakfast buffet at a party. Enjoy these year-round, even when it’s not Dr. Seuss’s birthday!

Dr. Seuss's "Cat in the Hat" Strawberry Cheesecake Breakfast Parfaits

Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings 1
This recipe makes about 4 miniature parfaits (in shot glasses), or one regular-sized parfait.

Ingredients
  

For the White “Cheesecake” Stripes:

For the Red Stripes:

  • 3 T. strawberry jam
  • ½ c. fresh or frozen strawberries diced

Instructions

  • Mix all cheesecake ingredients together in a small bowl.
  • In a tall glass, or in 4 shot glasses, place 1 Tablespoon of strawberry jam. Top with sliced strawberries. Evenly spread about ¼ cup of cheesecake mixture over the strawberries. Repeat layers.
Author: The Seasoned Mom
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  1. That so looks like his hat, fun!!! It’s all Cat in the Hat here, too, with the kids celebrating reading at school all month. What a great breakfast!

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