Description
A delightful dessert combining rich chocolatey brownies and creamy cheesecake in a layered presentation, perfect for gatherings and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for ganache)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 1/4 cups mini dark chocolate chips, divided
- 1/4 cup toasted coconut
- 1/4 cup coarsely ground nuts
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
- Store-bought or homemade brownies, cut into cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the Chocolate Ganache: In a saucepan, heat the butter and heavy cream over medium heat until the butter melts. Stir to combine. Add 3/4 cup of the mini chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Let the ganache cool for about 5 minutes, then stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips. Set aside.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: Beat the heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. In another medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Toast the Coconut: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Place shredded coconut on a non-stick cookie sheet and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
- Assemble the Parfaits: In 4 medium to large glasses (or 6-8 smaller glasses), layer the ingredients: start with cheesecake filling, followed by chocolate ganache, then brownie cubes. Repeat layers and top with toasted coconut, nuts, and mini chocolate chips.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the parfaits for 3-5 hours or overnight for best results. Enjoy your dessert!
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free brownies. Use quality ingredients for a richer taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: dessert, no-bake, parfait, cheesecake, brownies