Black Cherry Cream Parfaits
Delight your senses with these Black Cherry Cream Parfaits, a stunning and effortless dessert that combines layers of rich black cherry compote, velvety homemade whipped cream, and crunchy crushed chocolate cookies. Perfect for any occasion, this no-bake treat takes just 25 minutes to prepare and delivers an irresistible balance of sweet, tart, and creamy flavors. Fresh or frozen black cherries are simmered to perfection with sugar and a hint of lemon juice, then layered with soft peaks of vanilla-scented whipped cream, offering a decadent yet refreshing experience in every bite. Topped with a fresh cherry and extra cookie crumble, these parfaits are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Ideal for parties, date nights, or an indulgent snack, this easy dessert will quickly become a family favorite. Keywords: black cherry parfaits, cherry dessert recipe, no-bake dessert, easy parfait recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups pitted black cherries (fresh or frozen)
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup crushed chocolate cookies
- 6 pieces fresh black cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted black cherries, granulated sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the cherries release their juices, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add this to the saucepan and stir well. Cook for 2-3 more minutes, or until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat and allow the compote to cool completely.
While the compote cools, prepare the whipped cream. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form. Keep the whipped cream chilled until ready to assemble.
To assemble the parfaits, layer the ingredients in clear serving glasses. Start with a layer of crushed chocolate cookies (about 1-2 tablespoons), followed by a layer of whipped cream (2-3 tablespoons), and a layer of cooled black cherry compote (2-3 tablespoons). Repeat the layers until the glasses are almost full, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Garnish each parfait with a fresh black cherry and additional cookie crumbles, if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1941 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.1 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.0 g | 315% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 591 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.6 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 416 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
