Creamy Chocolate Parfait (No Bake) (2024)

Published: Jul 28, 2023 · Modified: Feb 13, 2024 by RichandDelish · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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This chocolate parfait is made with layers of rich chocolate mousse, velvety whipped cream, and crunchy chocolate cookie crumbs.

It is a perfect blend of textures and flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth. This indulgent treat is often served in elegant glassware, showcasing its beautiful layers.

Whether enjoyed as a special occasion dessert or as a decadent treat to brighten up your day, Chocolate Parfait is sure to please chocolate lovers everywhere.

Its combination of creamy and crunchy elements creates a truly heavenly experience for the taste buds.

This dessert is inspired by my no bake chocolate pie. It is a lighter dessert than the pie recipe, and is served in cups!

If you like decadent chocolate desserts, check out ourtorta Caprese (italian chocolate torte),brownie bites,small batch brownies,ferrero rocher cake,brownie cookies, andchocolate sour cream pound cake.

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Why this recipe works

Flavor- this dessert has a rich chocolate mousse flavor and has 3 different textures in every bite from whipped cream, chocolate mousse, and Oreo cookies.
No bake- this is a no-bake recipe and this mousse is made without eggs. So there is no need to turn on the oven or cook it on the stove!
Ease- you will need 30 minutes to prep these chocolate parfaits from start to finish, and let them chill in the fridge for a few more hours to let them set. It comes together with an electric hand mixer and is made with simple ingredients!
Great for entertainment- this parfait is perfect for any occasion from holidays, to parties, and get-togethers!
Prepare in advance-This recipe is great to make in advance. You can store it in the fridge for up to 4 days which is great for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

Before you start to make this recipe, measure and prepare your ingredients so the cooking process will go smoothly and easily.

Full measurements are in the recipe card below.

Oreo cookies-we usedOreo cookiesfor this cheesecake because we like the chocolaty taste ofOreo cookies, but you can use any kind of chocolatedigestive biscuits.

Dark chocolate-use the best qualitydark chocolatefor the best flavor.

Heavy cream-make sure that your heavy cream is cold. Cold heavy cream whips better and quicker.

Vanilla extract-for extra flavor. You can use vanilla bean extract for extra flavor!

Salt– We usedkosher saltfor this recipe. Salt doesn’t give the filling a salty taste, it helps to enhance the flavor.

Dutch cocoa powder– we like to use Dutch-process cocoa powder for our brownies because we like the deep and rich chocolate taste, but the natural cocoa powder will work great as well!

Powder sugar-you will need powdered sugar for this recipe. you don’t have to buy powdered sugar, you can simply make it at home by blending granulated sugar in ablenderorfood processor.

Instructions

Crush the Oreo cookies in a plastic bag or with a food processor until they are fine crumbs. You can make them into larger pieces.

Make the chocolate mousse

Melt the dark chocolate and heavy cream in a small mixing bowl. You can do so in the microwave for 20-10 second pulses and mix between every pulse. Or melt it in a bain marie method.

Into a large mixing bowl, add the heavy cream, sift the cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and add the vanilla extract. Whip with anelectric hand mixeruntil stiff peaks form.

Add the melted chocolate mixture to the whipped mixture and mix with theelectric hand mixerand then fold with a spatula until well combined.

Make the whipped cream

Into a bigmixing bowl, add the heavy cream,vanilla extract, and powdered sugar. Mix with anelectric hand mixeruntil stiff peaks form.

Assemble

Into 5 glasses, add 1 tablespoon of the Oreo crumbs to each cup, then pipe a layer of the chocolate mousse, then top it with a layer of whipped cream.

Repeat with more Oreo crumbs, chocolate mousse, and whipped cream on top, and top with extra Oreo crumbs for decoration. Cover each cup with plastic wrap and store in the fridge to set for at least 3 hours.

Expert Tips

A single chocolate parfait cup will serve 2-3 people.
Scrape down the sides of the bowlfrequently to ensure that you have a hom*ogeneous mixture that is smooth.
Let your dessert chillin the fridge for at least 3 hours. We know it’s very hard to resist eating this delicious dessert right away, but you have to let it chill and soak up the flavors. We like to let it sit in the fridge overnight.
Make sure that you are using high-qualitydark chocolatefor this parfait. It will make the flavor of this parfait super delicious, and it doesn't have to be expensive! There are a lot of affordable high-qualitydark chocolatebrands.
Do not use chocolate chips instead of chocolate bars for this recipe!Thedark chocolatebars help stabilize the mousse.
You can use a cool whip instead of freshly made whipped creamif you are short on time for the topping.

Faq's

What is a chocolate parfait made of?

This no-bake chocolate parfait is made with Oreo cookies, rich chocolate mousse, and freshly made whipped cream.

How long does it take for this to set in the fridge?

This needs to be set in the fridge for at least 8 hours. We let it set overnight for the best results.

Can I double this recipe?

Yes! You can double or triple this recipe. There is an option to automatically double, half, or triple this recipe in the recipe card below!

What is the difference between parfait and mousse?

Parfait is a layered dessert that typically consists of alternating layers of cream, fruit, and sometimes granola or cookie crumbs. It has a smooth and creamy texture with visible layers.

On the other hand, mousse is a light and airy dessert made by folding whipped cream or egg whites into a flavored base such as chocolate or fruit puree.

Storing

Store this dessert in the fridge (because it contains dairy) covered tightly with plastic wrap for up to 3 days. I like eating this the day after.

Freezing

If you want to freeze these dessert cups, make these in plastic cups and wrap the top with plastic wrap. Then, transfer them into the freezer and freeze them for up to 2 months.

Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for 1-2 hours. You can eat it right out of the fridge for a frozen dessert!

Substitutions

Gluten-free- if you want to make this recipe gluten-free, simply replace the Oreos with gluten-free Oreos.

Dairy-free- to make this dessert dairy-free, you can swap the heavy cream with vegan heavy cream or full-fat coconut cream.

Variations

Chocolate biscuits-if you don't want to use Oreos, use chocolate biscuits for the crust!

Chocolate chips-add mini or regular chocolate chips to the filling for a delicious chocolaty crunch.

Equipment

Dessert cups- these are perfect for events, entertaining, and this type of dessert!
I also recommend using anelectric hand mixerto make sure your mixture is smooth and perfect. You can also use astand mixerfor this with a balloon attachment.

More individual desserts

Tiramisu cups- These individual tiramisu cups are an easy twist on the classic dessert, made with layers of creamy mascarpone, ladyfingers, and cocoa powder, this makes the perfect dessert!

Mini Fruit Tarts- These mini fruit tarts are made with easy and buttery tart shells, filled with homemade pastry cream, and topped with fresh fruit

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Creamy Chocolate Parfait (No Bake)

This chocolate parfait is made with layers of rich chocolate mousse, velvety whipped cream, and crunchy chocolate cookie crumbs.

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

chill time 3 hours hrs

Total Time 3 hours hrs 30 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 10 people

Calories 535 kcal

Ingredients

25 Oreos crushed

Chocolate mousse

Melt:

7 oz Dark chocolate
½ cup Heavy cream

Whip together:

1 ½ cups Heavy cream cold
¼ cup Cocoa powder
2 tablespoon Powder sugar
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Whipped cream

1 ⅓ cups Heavy cream cold
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
¼ cup Powder sugar