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chocolate cherry parfait

Irresistible Chocolate Cherry Parfait in Just 20 Minutes


  • Author: lucy
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple no-bake dessert featuring layers of chocolate pudding, cherries, and whipped cream in a glass.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted
  • ½ cup cherry pie filling or cherry compote
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1½ cups chocolate pudding or chocolate mousse
  • 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
  • ½ cup chopped chocolate or chocolate shavings

Instructions

  1. Add a layer of chocolate pudding or mousse to the bottom of each dessert glass.
  2. Spoon a layer of cherries and cherry filling over the chocolate layer.
  3. Add sliced strawberries evenly on top.
  4. Repeat layers until glasses are nearly full.
  5. Top with a generous swirl of whipped cream.
  6. Garnish with whole cherries, chocolate shavings, and chocolate pieces.
  7. Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving for best texture.

Notes

  • Use store-bought pudding or homemade for best results.
  • Can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 4 hours.
  • Adjust sweetness by choosing unsweetened whipped cream or less sugar in the cherry filling.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 35g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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