Cappuccino Parfaits
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Cappuccino Parfaits, a no-bake dessert perfect for coffee lovers. This elegant treat layers mascarpone-infused coffee cream with delicately coffee-soaked ladyfinger cookies, creating a dreamy balance of rich flavors and airy textures. Topped with shaved dark chocolate and a dusting of cocoa powder, these parfaits are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, with no cooking required, they’re ideal for entertaining or simply elevating your dessert game. Chill them for a couple of hours to let the flavors meld, and serve these layered delights as the ultimate creamy coffee dessert experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons Instant coffee powder
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 8 ounces Mascarpone cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 8 Ladyfinger cookies
- 1 cup Strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 2 tablespoons Dark chocolate (shaved or grated)
- 1 tablespoon Cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, instant coffee powder, and powdered sugar. Whip with a hand mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
Gently fold in the mascarpone cheese and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the light and creamy texture.
Break the ladyfinger cookies into smaller pieces or halves so they can fit snugly into your serving glasses.
Dip each piece of ladyfinger cookie briefly into the cooled brewed coffee. (Do not soak the cookies for too long as they may become too soggy.)
Begin assembling the parfaits in serving glasses: Start with a layer of mascarpone-coffee cream, followed by a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfinger pieces, and repeat until the glasses are filled. Finish with a final layer of mascarpone-coffee cream on top.
Sprinkle each parfait with shaved dark chocolate and dust lightly with cocoa powder. If desired, top with a small pinch of granulated sugar for added sparkle and texture.
Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the chilled Cappuccino Parfaits as a refreshing dessert and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.9 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.7 g | 644% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 840 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 911 mg | 19% | |
*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.
