Dulce de Leche Parfait

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add the unsalted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the granulated sugar and mix until a dough forms. Press the dough into the prepared baking tray. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool completely.

   Tip: Cooling cookies is crucial to prevent them from breaking when crushed.

2. 2

   In a medium saucepan, combine the dulce de leche and heavy cream. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and turns a deep amber color. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the dulce de leche to cool to room temperature.

   Tip: Stir constantly to prevent burning the dulce de leche.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. Fold in the dark chocolate chips until well combined. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

   Tip: Folding in the chocolate chips helps to prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the parfait.

4. 4

   Assemble the parfait by layering the cooled cookies, dulce de leche, and whipped cream in a tall glass or parfait dish. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.

   Tip: Make sure to leave a small space between each layer to prevent the parfait from becoming too messy.

5. 5

   Cover the parfait with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

   Tip: Chill the parfait before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

6. 6

   Slice the parfait into individual servings and serve chilled.

   Tip: Serve immediately after slicing to prevent the whipped cream from melting.