Dark Chocolate Parfait
Prep
20 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This dark chocolate parfait is one of my favorite no bake desserts to make when I'm short on time. With zero cooking required, you can have an elegant layered treat ready in just twenty minutes. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that are genuinely good for you, making this indulgence feel a little less guilty. What I love most is how simple it is to assemble, yet it looks impressive enough to serve at dinner parties. The combination of creamy chocolate mousse, crunchy cookie crumbles, and fresh fruit creates such a satisfying contrast in every spoonful. This recipe has become my go to when I want something special without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 400 gdark chocolate
- 200 mlheavy cream
- 150 ggranulated sugar
- 10 gsalt
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 120 gunsalted butter
- 5 gbaking soda
- 2egg whites
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 250 gcrushed cookies
- 200 gfresh fruit
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Use a whisk for smooth results.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg whites until well combined.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for this step.
- 4
Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 5
Fold the flour mixture into the chocolate until just combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 6
Pour the batter into a lined or greased 20x20cm square baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Tip: Don't overbake.
- 7
Allow the cookie to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- 8
To assemble the parfait, layer the cookie, chocolate, whipped cream, and fruit in a glass jar.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the whipped cream evenly.
- 9
Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of chocolate on top.
Tip: You can adjust the height of the parfait to your liking.
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