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Peppermint Crunch Parfait

A festive no-bake dessert that combines creamy layers with crunchy peppermint for a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert, No-Bake
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Layer
  • 2 cups cold heavy cream
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract Use lightly; it's strong.
For the Crunch Layer
  • 12-16 pieces chocolate sandwich cookies, crushed
  • 5-7 pieces candy canes, crushed Save some bigger bits for topping.
Optional Toppings
  • to taste chocolate syrup or melted chocolate

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Add vanilla and peppermint extract. Taste and adjust mint flavor if desired.
  3. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until it forms soft peaks, then fold it into the cream cheese mixture gently.
Assembly
  1. Layer the crushed cookies, then the cream layer, followed by crushed candy canes. Repeat the layers until the cups are full.
  2. Top with extra candy cane bits and a drizzle of chocolate if desired.
Chilling
  1. Let the parfait cups chill for at least 2 hours or 30 minutes if in a rush to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Store the parfaits in the fridge for up to 3 days. Add crushed candy canes right before serving to keep them crunchy.