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Decadent Chocolate Cake & Cream Parfait Cups
Intro:
Looking for a show-stopping dessert that’s easy to make yet tastes like it came straight from a fancy bakery? These Chocolate Cake & Cream Parfait Cups are the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers! With layers of moist chocolate cake, velvety vanilla cream, and luscious chocolate drizzle, each spoonful is pure indulgence. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a personal sweet escape!
📝 Ingredients:
For the Chocolate Cake (or use store-bought for convenience):
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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1/2 cup vegetable oil
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2 eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/2 cup buttermilk (or regular milk with a splash of vinegar)
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1/2 cup hot water
For the Vanilla Cream Filling:
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1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: 1/2 package (4 oz) cream cheese for added richness
Toppings:
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Chocolate syrup or hot fudge
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Crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Bake the Cake:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, mix all dry ingredients. Add in the wet ingredients (oil, eggs, vanilla, buttermilk), and mix well. Carefully stir in the hot water until the batter is smooth. Pour into a greased 9x13-inch pan and bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool completely, then crumble into chunks. -
Make the Vanilla Cream:
In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. If using cream cheese, beat it separately until smooth, then fold into the whipped cream. -
Assemble the Parfaits:
In clear plastic cups or jars, start with a layer of crumbled chocolate cake. Add a generous layer of vanilla cream. Repeat the layers until you reach the top. Finish with a swirl of cream, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a sprinkle of cookie or brownie crumbs. -
Chill & Serve:
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. These can be made a day in advance — the flavors only get better!
🍴Tips & Variations:
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Add chocolate chips or caramel sauce between the layers for extra decadence.
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Try using chocolate mousse instead of cream for a rich twist.
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Serve in mini cups for a party-friendly dessert table idea!
Final Thoughts:
These Chocolate Cake & Cream Parfait Cups are guaranteed to steal the spotlight at any gathering — or satisfy your sweet tooth any day of the week. Easy to prep, fun to layer, and irresistibly good!
If you give this recipe a try, don’t forget to share your version in the comments below or tag us on Instagram with #TastyParfaitCups!