Chocolate Strawberry Parfait Recipe – Easy & Delicious

This chocolate strawberry parfait is the perfect combination of creamy, fruity, and chocolatey goodness. Whether you're looking for a simple dessert or an elegant treat for special occasions, this recipe has everything: fresh strawberries and raspberries, smooth vanilla bean whipped cream, and a luscious chocolate drizzle.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Simple & Quick – Takes just a few minutes to prepare.
• Gluten-Free & Naturally Sweet – A fresh, naturally sweet treat with no unnecessary fillers.
• Perfect for Entertaining – Looks elegant but is super easy to assemble.

Key Ingredients

• Fresh Strawberries & Raspberries – Sweet, juicy berries add natural flavor and vibrant color.
• Lemon Juice & Sugar – Enhances the berries’ natural sweetness.
• Dark Chocolate – A rich drizzle that complements the fruit.
• Heavy Whipping Cream – For the creamy vanilla bean whipped topping.
• Freeze-Dried Raspberries – Adds a pop of color and crunch on top.

Equipment

• Mixing Bowls – Needed for preparing the berries and whipping the cream.
• Electric Mixer – Helps whip the cream to the perfect texture.
• Microwave or Double Boiler – For melting the chocolate smoothly.
• Tall Glasses or Parfait Cups – Essential for beautiful layers.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Drizzle

1. Melt dark chocolate in the microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
2. Drizzle a little chocolate inside the bottom of the glasses.

Step 2: Marinate the Berries

1. In a bowl, mix strawberries and raspberries with lemon juice and sugar.
2. Let sit for 5 minutes to release juices.

Step 3: Make the Whipped Cream

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla bean paste until soft peaks form.

Step 4: Assemble the Parfaits

1. Spoon the marinated berries into the glasses over the chocolate drizzle.
2. Add dollops of whipped cream on top.
3. Drizzle more chocolate.
4. Sprinkle crushed freeze-dried raspberries over the top.

Step 5: Serve & Enjoy

• Garnish with extra raspberries and serve immediately!

Recipe Tips & Variations

• Make-Ahead Tip: Prep the berries and whipped cream ahead of time and assemble just before serving.
• Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut whipped cream instead of dairy-based heavy cream.
• Extra Crunch: Add crushed gluten-free cookies or granola for texture.

FAQs

Chocolate Strawberry Parfait

This easy and elegant chocolate strawberry parfait layers fresh berries, vanilla bean whipped cream, and a rich chocolate drizzle for the perfect dessert.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 4 servings

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer
• Microwave or Double Boiler
• Tall glasses or parfait cups

Ingredients

  

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• ½ cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil optional
• 1 cup raspberries
• 1 cup strawberries diced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoon powdered sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• 2 tablespoon freeze-dried raspberries crushed

Instructions

 

• Melt chocolate with coconut oil until smooth, then drizzle inside the bottom of glasses.
• Mix strawberries and raspberries with lemon juice and sugar; let sit for 5 minutes.
• Whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla bean paste until soft peaks form.
• Layer marinated berries, whipped cream, and chocolate drizzle in glasses.
• Sprinkle freeze-dried raspberries on top and serve immediately.

Notes

Prep berries and whipped cream ahead and assemble before serving.

Use coconut whipped cream for a dairy-free version.

Add crushed gluten-free cookies or granola for texture.

Keyword parfait, strawberry parfait, Whipped cream

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