Decadent Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Parfaits to Savor
Indulge in Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Parfaits, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and sweet strawberries.
Equipment
- mixing bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Heatproof bowl
- spatula
- serving glasses or bowls
Ingredients
For the Mousse
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips essential for a rich, chocolatey flavor
- 1 cup heavy cream provides the luscious texture
- ¼ cup powdered sugar adds sweetness to balance the mousse's richness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances flavor profile
For the Layers
- 1 cup strawberry puree brings freshness that complements chocolate
- 2 cups chocolate cake pieces adds texture and satisfaction
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Melt the chocolate by placing chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
- Whip the cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the melted chocolate until no streaks remain.
- Layer the dessert starting with chocolate mousse, followed by strawberry puree and cake pieces until the glasses are filled.
- End with a layer of strawberry puree or mousse and optionally add extra strawberry slices or chocolate shavings.
- Chill the parfaits for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
These parfaits are freezer-friendly for those days when you need a dessert on hand.
Nutrition
Serving: 1parfaitCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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