Chocolate Mint Parfait
Indulge in the decadent delight of a Chocolate Mint Parfait, a no-bake dessert that perfectly balances rich chocolate and refreshing mint flavors. This stunning layered treat features fluffy mint whipped cream, tinted a vibrant green with a hint of peppermint extract, alternated with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and semi-sweet chocolate chips for a delightful crunch. Topped with airy whipped cream and garnished with fresh mint leaves, this dessert is as eye-catching as it is delicious. With just 20 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it’s an effortless recipe that’s perfect for any occasion, from festive holidays to casual weeknight indulgence. Serve these chilled in individual glasses or mason jars for an impressive presentation that will wow your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Peppermint extract
- 4 drops Green food coloring
- 1 cup Chocolate sandwich cookies (e.g., Oreos), crushed
- 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Whipped cream, for topping
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to whip the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
Add the powdered sugar and peppermint extract to the whipped cream and continue to beat until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold in the green food coloring until the mixture is evenly tinted with a mint-green color.
In serving glasses or small mason jars, begin layering the parfait. Start with a layer of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (2-3 tablespoons per glass).
Add a layer of the mint whipped cream (about 2-3 tablespoons), smoothing it with the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle a few chocolate chips on top of the mint cream layer.
Repeat the layers (cookies, mint cream, chocolate chips) until the glasses are full, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Garnish each parfait with fresh mint leaves and a few additional chocolate chips or cookie crumbs if desired.
Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the layers to set.
Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing chocolate-mint flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3079 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 245.5 g | 315% | |
| Saturated Fat | 149.4 g | 747% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 558 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 182.7 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 138.5 g | ||
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 204 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 372 mg | 8% | |
*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.
