Description
Whipped Chocolate Cheesecake Parfaits are a luscious and easy no-bake dessert featuring a smooth chocolate cream cheese mixture layered with crunchy crushed cookies and topped with whipped cream and optional berries or chocolate shavings. Perfect for a quick yet indulgent treat that can be prepared ahead and chilled for best texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (cold)
- 1/2 cup crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers
Optional Toppings
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream
- Berries
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese base: In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and vanilla extract, then continue beating until all ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is creamy.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy cream to stiff peaks using a hand mixer or stand mixer. This will create a light and airy texture needed for the parfait.
- Fold whipped cream into chocolate mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate cream cheese mixture in two parts. This careful folding ensures the mixture remains light and fluffy, avoiding deflation.
- Assemble the parfaits: Begin layering the parfaits in individual small glasses or jars by spooning a layer of crushed cookies or graham crackers at the bottom, followed by a layer of the whipped chocolate cheesecake mixture. Repeat layers if desired to fill the glass.
- Add toppings and chill: Finish with a topping of additional whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries for added flavor and presentation. Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set.
Notes
- These parfaits can be made a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator to save time on serving day.
- Using a piping bag to layer the chocolate cheesecake mixture creates cleaner, more professional-looking layers.
- Feel free to customize the crushed cookie layer with your favorite cookies or graham crackers for different flavors.
- For an extra indulgent touch, sprinkle some chocolate chips or drizzle chocolate syrup between layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
