These Chocolate Parfaits are a fun and delicious treat. With three layers of chocolate and plenty of sprinkles, they're perfect for any party or celebration.
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Cheesecake parfaits are an easy no bake treat. Layering the ingredients in cups is a fun way to enjoy this sweet treat.
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Why You Will Love This Chocolate Parfait Recipe
Every cup has three layers of chocolate, making it a reason to celebrate! Adding whipped cream, sprinkles, and maraschino cherries makes this a great dessert to share anytime.
- Ready in minutes. It's the perfect treat to make when you are short on time. There is no baking involved.
- Cute individual desserts. No sharing is required because everyone gets their own mini cheesecake cup.
- Loaded with chocolate. Made with Oreo cookies, hot cocoa mix, and hot fudge, these cups have an amazing chocolate flavor.
What You'll Need
With just a few ingredients, you can make the simple layers for this chocolate parfait recipe in minutes.
Kitchen Tools
- Food Processor - (affiliate links) The best way to crush cookies into crumbs.
- Clear Parfait Cups - These little 5-ounce cups come with a lid for travel or storage.
- Hand Mixer - I love using this mixer for smaller desserts.
- Disposable Decorating Bags - Can be used for frosting, fillings, and whipped cream.
- Icing Tip 1M - Used to create a pretty swirl on each cup.
Main Ingredients
- Oreo Cookies - Crush 1 cookie (with the cream filling) per cup.
- Cream Cheese - One block of full-fat cream cheese is enough to make six parfaits.
- Sour Cream - Adds a little tang to the mixture. Nonfat Greek yogurt can also be used.
- Marshmallow Fluff - Also known as marshmallow creme, this sweetens the filling without using powdered sugar.
- Hot Chocolate Mix - The dry powder sweetens it even further and adds a sweet flavor. You can use milk chocolate or a dark chocolate mix.
- Cool Whip - The whipped topping adds a fluffy texture to the mousse. Feel free to use cold heavy cream to make this 3 ingredient whipped cream instead.
- Toppings - Hot fudge, sprinkles, marshmallow bits, and cherries with stems add some fun to the top of the glass. Mini chocolate chips would also be a good idea.
How To Make Chocolate Parfaits
These chocolate parfaits are an easy dessert to make. Layer crushed cookies, no-bake cheesecake, and hot fudge in clear plastic cups or mini Mason jars.
- Crush the Oreo cookies. Place 6 cream-filled sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse. Divide the crumbs evenly into the bottom of 6 small cups.
- Make the filling. Beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl for a couple of minutes or until creamy. Add the sour cream, marshmallow fluff, and hot chocolate mix, then beat again. Fold in a little bit of Cool Whip.
- Assemble the parfaits. Spoon the chocolate mixture evenly into small glasses or cups, then top with hot fudge. Chill in the fridge.
- Add fun toppings. Use a piping bag and icing tip 1M to add swirls of whipped cream to the top of each one. Garnish with sprinkles, marshmallow bits, and a cherry.
Storage Recommendations
Place the un-decorated cheesecake cups in a container with a lid or cover each one tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1-2 days. Add the toppings right before serving.
Tips and Tricks
- Set the cream cheese out ahead of time so it is easier to beat into a creamy filling.
- Assemble the layers in mini Mason jars if you do not want to buy plastic parfait cups.
- Use a piping bag to add the filling to the cups cleanly. A ziplock baggie works, too. Spoon the filling into a large bag and cut one corner off so you can squeeze it in easily.
- Add a swirl of peppermint whipped cream for the holidays.
- Wait to add toppings if you are taking them on the go. Cover them with a lid or plastic wrap, and then add the toppings once you've arrived.
FAQs
The chocolate Oreo parfaits are really best served within 24 hours. The cookie crust starts to soften if it stays in the refrigerator for more than two days.
You have the option to omit the fudge or substitute it with your preferred pie filling.
More Mini Desserts
- Homemade Chocolate Pudding
- Peanut Butter Pie Parfaits
- Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits
- Cookies and Cream Parfaits
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Recipe
Chocolate Parfaits
These Chocolate Parfaits are a fun and delicious treat. With three layers of chocolate and plenty of sprinkles, they're perfect for any party or celebration.
Ingredients
- 6 Oreo cookies
- 1 - 8 ounce package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup marshmallow cream
- 1 cup dry hot chocolate mix
- 1 cup Cool Whip, divided
- ½ cup hot fudge topping
- sprinkles
- mini marshmallow bits
- 6 maraschino cherries with stems, patted dry
Instructions
- Place the cookies (filling included) in a food processor. Pulse until crumbs. Divide the crumbs evenly in the bottom of 6 - 5-ounce cups.
- Beat the cream cheese until creamy. Add the sour cream, marshmallow, and dry hot chocolate mix and beat again until completely mixed in.
- Fold in ½ cup Cool Whip gently. Spoon the mixture evenly into the cups. Use the back of a spoon to level the top gently.
- Place the hot fudge in the microwave and heat for 10-15 seconds. Spoon the hot fudge on top of the cups.
- Use a piping bag and icing tip 1M to swirl a little bit of Cool Whip on top of each cup. Sprinkle with sprinkles and top with a cherry. Keep refrigerated.
Notes
- Set the cream cheese out ahead of time so it is easier to beat into a creamy filling.
- Assemble the layers in mini Mason jars if you do not want to buy plastic parfait cups.
- Use a piping bag to add the filling to the cups cleanly. A ziplock baggie works, too. Spoon the filling into a large bag and cut one corner off so you can squeeze it in easily.
- Add a swirl of peppermint whipped cream for the holidays.
- Wait to add toppings if you are taking them on the go. Cover them with a lid or plastic wrap, and then add the toppings once you've arrived.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 693Total Fat: 28gSaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 646mgCarbohydrates: 103gFiber: 4gSugar: 75gProtein: 10g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
This post was first published in October 2017. It was updated and then republished in January 2024.
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cakespy
File under "happy food"!!! Awesome.
Bryn
Hi, I followed the link to the marshmallow brownies. How far in advance can they be made and still be at peak flavor and texture? I always hesitate to make recipes topped with marshmallows bc I worry we won't finish them before the marshmallows get weird!
Jocelyn
We still have a few on our counter tonight (Fri), and I made them on Tues. They are getting a little bit gooier, but still taste great. I hope that helps.
Bryn
That helps a ton. Thanks!