Description
A delightful and easy-to-make dessert featuring layers of rich chocolate brownies, creamy chocolate pudding, and juicy cherries, topped with whipped cream and optional chocolate garnish—perfect for an impressive yet simple treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Brownies
- 1 batch homemade or store-bought chocolate brownies, cut into cubes
Pudding
- 1 cup chocolate pudding (homemade or instant)
Fruit
- 1 cup pitted cherries, fresh or thawed if frozen
Toppings
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Brownies: Cut your homemade or store-bought chocolate brownies into bite-sized cubes, ensuring they’re uniform for even layering.
- Make the Chocolate Pudding: If using instant pudding, prepare as per package instructions and refrigerate it to chill and set.
- Layer the Parfait: In parfait glasses or small bowls, begin layering by adding a layer of brownie cubes, followed by a layer of chocolate pudding and then a layer of pitted cherries.
- Repeat Layers: Continue layering brownies, pudding, and cherries until the glasses are filled, ending with a generous dollop of whipped cream on top.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chocolate shavings or dust the top with cocoa powder for added flavor and presentation.
- Chill and Serve: Place the parfaits in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- Using fresh cherries is ideal, but frozen cherries can be used if thawed well to avoid excess moisture.
- Homemade chocolate pudding can enhance the flavor and texture but instant pudding is a convenient alternative.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whipped cream with coconut whipped cream.
- These parfaits can be assembled a few hours before serving, making them great for entertaining.
- Try adding a splash of cherry liqueur or chocolate syrup for an adult twist.
