Chocolate Parfaits
These Chocolate Parfaits are rich, creamy, and delightfully layered! Enjoy a decadent yet lighter dessert with chocolate pudding and fluffy whipped topping.
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- Whisk
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Serving glasses or bowls
Ingredients
- 3 cups fat-free milk (dairy-free milk works too)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons monk fruit sugar substitute (or sugar of your choice)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 large egg yolks
- 4 ounces semi-sweet baking chocolate (use dairy-free chocolate for dairy-free)
- 1 1/4 cups Tru Whip whipped topping (or whipped cream of your choice)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the fat-free milk, monk fruit sugar, and vanilla extract. Whisk together over medium heat until the mixture is warmed but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the cornstarch and egg yolks together until smooth. This will help thicken the pudding.
- Slowly add about 1/2 cup of the warm milk mixture to the cornstarch and egg yolks, whisking continuously. This step is essential to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
- Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture. Continue to whisk over medium heat until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Chop the semi-sweet baking chocolate and add it to the thickened pudding. Stir until fully melted and incorporated, creating a rich chocolate pudding.
- Transfer the pudding to a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap (pressing it directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming), and let it cool for at least 30 minutes.
- Once the pudding is cool, begin layering it in your serving glasses. Start with a layer of chocolate pudding, followed by a layer of whipped topping. Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a dollop of whipped topping on top.
- Refrigerate the assembled Chocolate Parfaits for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy chilled!
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute the egg yolks with 1/4 cup of silken tofu blended until smooth.
- Use unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk for a dairy-free alternative.
- Add fresh fruit like berries or bananas between the layers for added flavor and nutrition.