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Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Parfaits

Irresistibly Creamy Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Parfaits

Discover the quick and delicious recipe for Chocolate Strawberry Mousse Cake Parfaits that are perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 parfaits
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Melted
  • 1 cup heavy cream Whipped to soft peaks
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Layer
  • 2 cups strawberries Pureed
For the Cake Layer
  • chocolate cake pieces

Equipment

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Spatula
  • serving glasses

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Melt the chocolate by heating 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals until smooth.
  2. Whip 1 cup of heavy cream in a bowl until soft peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, ¼ cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until light and frothy.
  4. Gently fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, then slowly fold in the whipped cream until smooth.
  5. Layer the parfaits by starting with chocolate mousse, followed by the strawberry puree, and then chocolate cake pieces.
  6. Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. Serve and enjoy cold, possibly with fresh strawberry slices on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1parfaitCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, refrigerate the parfaits overnight to enhance flavor melding.

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