For those with a sweet tooth and a desire for a delightful treat, chocolate cake and berry parfaits stand as an exquisite dessert choice. This delectable dish combines the rich, decadent flavors of chocolate cake with the vibrant, refreshing taste of fresh berries. Whether you are seeking a special dessert for a celebratory occasion or simply a sweet treat to indulge in, chocolate cake and berry parfaits offer an irresistible temptation that will satisfy your cravings.
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CHOCOLATE BERRY PARFAITS
This creamy dessert is easy to make for weekday dinners, yet pretty enough for company. Instant chocolate pudding is layered with a mixture of pureed strawberries and whipped cream to create yummy parfaits. For quicker results, use whipped topping rather than whipping cream...or serve in a single bowl.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set; set aside. Drain strawberries (discard the juice or save for another use); place berries in a blender. Cover and process until smooth; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in strawberry puree. Divide half of the chocolate pudding among four or six parfait glasses. Top with half of the strawberry mixture. Repeat layers. Garnish with a strawberry slice if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 329mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHOCOLATE AND BERRY PARFAITS
They look like they could be on the cover of a food magazine, but these creamy chocolate pudding and berry parfaits are a breeze to put together.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine berries, sugar and juice in medium bowl. Refrigerate 30 min.
- Meanwhile, beat pudding mix and milk in large bowl with whisk 2 min. Stir in COOL WHIP.
- Layer berry mixture and pudding in 4 parfait glasses. Top with chocolate curls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 470 mg, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 37 g, Protein 5 g
CHOCOLATE CAKE AND BERRY PARFAITS
Create an instant, cool summer dessert. No heat is needed.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In medium bowl, fold chocolate syrup into whipped topping. Set aside.
- In large microwavable bowl, microwave raspberry jam on High 30 seconds or until melted. Add strawberries, raspberries and blackberries; toss until well coated.
- To assemble, divide 2 cups of the cake cubes evenly among 8 parfait, wine or champagne glasses. Layer each with half of the chocolate whipped topping and half of the berry mixture. Repeat layers with remaining 2 cups cake cubes, chocolate whipped topping and berries. Serve or refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Fat 2, ServingSize 1 Serving
RASPBERRY-CHOCOLATE PARFAITS
Steps:
- Toss 1/2 cup raspberries with 1 tablespoon chocolate liqueur; layer with crumbled brownies and chocolate ice cream in 2 glasses. Top with whipped cream and more raspberries.
CHOCOLATE-KIWI-BERRY PARFAITS
Layer yogurt, fruit and fudgy brownie chunks for a ready-in-minutes treat.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Reserve 1 tablespoon small brownie pieces for garnish. In each of 4 serving glasses, layer the remaining brownie pieces, the strawberries and kiwifruit.
- Top each with 1/2 cup yogurt. Garnish each parfait with reserved brownie pieces. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 30 g, TransFat 1 g
CHOCOLATE-BERRY PARFAITS
Everyone likes a parfait. But layers of pudding, Nilla Wafers and fresh berries that can be part of a smart eating plan? Well, that's just par-fect.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h15m
Yield Makes 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Beat pudding mix and milk in medium bowl with whisk 2 min. Stir in 1/2 cup COOL WHIP.
- Spoon half the berries into 8 parfait glasses. Stand 3 wafers around inside edge of each glass. Spoon half the pudding evenly over berries in glasses; cover with layers of remaining berries and pudding.
- Refrigerate 1 hour. Top with remaining COOL WHIP and wafers just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 290 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g
CHEESECAKE BERRY PARFAITS
The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. -Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2 parfaits.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., In each of 2 parfait glasses, layer a fourth of the cream cheese mixture and a fourth of the berries. Repeat layers. Top with additional whipped topping if desired. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 4g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
WARM CHOCOLATE CAKE WITH MIXED BERRY COULIS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter and flour 4 (4-ounce) ramekins. Combine chocolate and butter in a double boiler and melt. Stir in cocoa powder. In a bowl beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Increase speed to high and gradually add sugar. Beat whites until stiff and glossy, but not dry. Whisk 1/4 of egg white mixture into chocolate, to temper. Fold in remaining whites. Fill ramekins 2/3 full and bake until top is slightly firm but still soft in the very center, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Combine raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, sugar and lemon juice in a saucepan and heat until fruit is softened. Remove from heat and puree in food processor until smooth. Strain through a sieve and stir in liqueur or orange juice. Chill.
- Yield: 4 servings
BERRY CHOCOLATE MUG CAKE RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, vegetable oil, milk, chocolate chips, whipped cream, blueberry, raspberry, fresh mint
Provided by Matthew Johnson
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Spray the inside of a microwave-safe ceramic mug. Add in flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and baking powder. Mix to combine.
- Add the vegetable oil, milk, and stir until smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds. Let cool completely.
- Top with whipped cream, sprinkle on fresh blueberries, raspberries, and mint.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 10 grams
SWEET BERRY PARFAIT
Creamy yogurt parfaits make deliciously balanced breakfasts or snacks. Use this formula: 2/3 cup yogurt, 1/2 chopped fruit, 2 tablespoons crunch, 1 teaspoon drizzle, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh herb to make your own version.
Provided by thehungryscientist
Categories Parfait
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Spoon 1/3 cup yogurt into a 6- to 8-ounce parfait glass or jar. Top yogurt 1/2 half of the blackberries, 1/2 of the almonds, and 1/2 of the honey. Repeat layers with the remaining yogurt, berries, almonds, and honey. Top parfait with thyme.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 16.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 62.5 mg, Sugar 10 g
Tips:
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate or bittersweet chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate in the cake recipe.
- To make the cake extra moist, add a cup of coffee or espresso to the batter.
- If you don't have a springform pan, you can bake the cake in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- For a more decadent parfait, use homemade whipped cream instead of store-bought whipped cream.
- To add a pop of color and flavor to your parfaits, top them with fresh berries, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup.
Conclusion:
Chocolate cake and berry parfaits are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. Here is the quick overview of how to make it:
- Bake a chocolate cake.
- Make a berry coulis.
- Make a whipped cream topping.
- Assemble the parfaits.
With just a few simple steps, you can create a dessert that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try!
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