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Creamy Chocolate Parfait

Indulge in No-Bake Creamy Chocolate Parfait Bliss

This Creamy Chocolate Parfait is a no-bake delight with layers of rich chocolate mousse, airy whipped cream, and crunchy Oreo crumbs.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 parfaits
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chocolate Mousse
  • 4 oz Dark Chocolate (60-70% cocoa) Avoid chocolate chips as they contain stabilizers.
  • 2 tbsp Dutch-Processed Cocoa Powder Enhances the mousse flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Must be ice-cold.
  • 3 tbsp Powdered Sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Boosts the chocolate flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances the richness.
For the Crunchy Layer
  • 12 cookies Oreo Cookies Substitute with gluten-free Oreos if needed.
For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Ice-cold cream is key.
  • 2 tbsp Powdered Sugar Helps stabilize the whipped cream.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds flavor.

Equipment

  • Microwave
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • zip-top bag
  • Rolling Pin
  • Food Processor
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crush Oreos in a zip-top bag using a rolling pin or pulse in a food processor until fine crumbs. Set aside.
  2. Melt dark chocolate and 1/2 cup heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl, microwaving in intervals until smooth. Cool slightly.
  3. Whip 1 cup cold heavy cream with sifted cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently combine melted chocolate with whipped cream mixture, folding to maintain airiness.
  5. Prepare whipped cream topping by whipping 1 cup cold heavy cream, adding powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Layer Oreo crumbs, chocolate mousse, and whipped cream in serving glasses. Repeat layers until filled.
  7. Cover parfaits and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1parfaitCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For fresh texture when serving, add fresh Oreo crumbs on top just before serving, especially if stored with crumbs.

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