Mocha Espresso Parfaits

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Mocha Espresso Parfaits—an irresistibly creamy dessert that layers espresso-infused mousse, rich chocolate ganache, and crunchy crushed chocolate cookies for a show-stopping treat. Perfectly balanced between bold coffee and decadent chocolate, this no-bake recipe is as elegant as it is easy to make, requiring just 25 minutes of prep time. Each individual parfait is garnished with optional cocoa powder or chocolate shavings, making it a stunning centerpiece for your dinner party or a delightful pick-me-up for coffee lovers. With its velvety textures and bold flavors, this decadent dessert is bound to satisfy your sweet tooth and caffeine cravings alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Heavy cream
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Espresso powder
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Crushed chocolate cookies
• 1 teaspoon Powdered cocoa (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whip 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream with a hand mixer or stand mixer until soft peaks form. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

Step 2

Dissolve the espresso powder in 2 teaspoons of hot water. Gently fold the dissolved espresso and vanilla extract into the whipped cream until fully incorporated. Refrigerate to chill.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and pour it over the dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth and glossy to create the ganache. Let the ganache cool to room temperature.

Step 4

In a clear serving glass or parfait dish, add 2 tablespoons of crushed chocolate cookies as the base layer.

Step 5

Add 2-3 tablespoons of the espresso mousse on top of the cookie layer, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of chocolate ganache over the mousse layer.

Step 7

Repeat the layers (crushed cookies, espresso mousse, chocolate ganache) until the parfait glass is full, finishing with a mousse layer on top.

Step 8

Garnish with a dusting of powdered cocoa, a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, or additional cookie crumbs if desired.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process with the remaining glasses. Refrigerate the assembled parfaits for at least 30 minutes before serving to set.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1192.5 grams (1192.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4370

Total Fat 285.60g	366%
Saturated Fat 159.30g	797%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 495mg	165%
Sodium 887mg	39%
Total Carbohydrate 404.70g	147%
Dietary Fiber 25.00g	89%
Total Sugars 301.20g
Protein 28.80g	58%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 396mg	30%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 1905mg	41%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.7%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 37.6%