Black Forest Parfait
Indulge in the decadent elegance of a Black Forest Parfait, a no-bake dessert that combines rich layers of flavor and stunning visual appeal. This recipe brings together moist crumbled chocolate cake, luscious cherry pie filling or fresh cherries, and velvety whipped cream lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and infused with vanilla extract. Enhanced with optional Kirsch or cherry liqueur for an adult twist, each layer is crowned with delicate shavings of dark chocolate and the option of refreshing mint leaves, making it a feast for both the palate and the eyes. Perfect for any occasion, this quick-to-assemble treat takes just 20 minutes of preparation and is served chilled in individual glasses for a gourmet presentation. Whether you're hosting a party or craving an indulgent dessert, this Black Forest Parfait is a crowd-pleaser you'll want to make again and again. Keywords: Black Forest Parfait recipe, cherry dessert, layered dessert, no-bake dessert, chocolate cherry parfait, quick dessert ideas, individual desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Chocolate cake
- 400 grams Cherry pie filling or fresh cherries
- 500 milliliters Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 50 grams Dark chocolate (for shavings)
- 1 tablespoon Kirsch or cherry liqueur (optional)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Crumb the chocolate cake into small, bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
If using Kirsch or cherry liqueur, mix it into the cherry pie filling or drizzle a small amount over the fresh cherries.
Using your serving glasses or jars, begin layering the parfaits. Start with a layer of crumbled chocolate cake at the bottom.
Add a layer of cherries or cherry pie filling over the cake layer.
Top with a generous layer of whipped cream.
Repeat the layers until the glass is filled, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
Use a vegetable peeler or grater to create dark chocolate shavings and sprinkle them over the top layer of whipped cream.
Garnish each parfait with a fresh cherry or mint leaf, if desired.
Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3588 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.7 g | 298% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.1 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 629 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1100 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 317.5 g | 115% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 243.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1016 mg | 22% | |
*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.
