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    Home > Recipes > Desserts and Treats

    How to Make Brownie Parfaits

    Published: Nov 24, 2013 · Modified: Feb 10, 2022 by Shareba · This post contains affiliate links, please read my disclosure policy.

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    This easy Brownie Parfait recipe is perfect for girl's night in | InSearchOfYummyness.com

    Sometimes the best desserts are the simple ones. This brownie parfait recipe combines rich chocolate brownies, with fresh whipped cream, and crunchy toasted almonds. I have included an in-depth recipe below, because I like to make mine from scratch. However, you could easily make this by layering store-bought brownies with canned whipped cream if you are short on time.

    Easy Brownie Parfait Recipe | InSearchOfYummyness.com

    I'm a big fan of any recipe that I can put together fairly quickly. My theory is "the faster I can make it, the sooner I get to eat it," which usually works unless I rush too much and ruin the dish... Oh, I should mention that I don't usually make brownies specifically for this recipe. This was actually my way of using up day-old brownies, but I see nothing wrong with baking up a batch with the intention of smothering them with whipped cream and almonds.

    Easy Brownie Parfait from InSearchOfYummyness.com

    I think this recipe is perfect for girl's night in -  it's a little fancy but not at all fussy. I've got just such an occasion coming up next month... I guess I already know what I'll be bringing! I wonder what kind of wine would go with this... any suggestions?

    Easy Brownie Parfait

    This yummy dessert is really easy to make. Taking the time to make everything from scratch guarantees great results, but store-bought ingredients can be used instead. Add slices of fresh strawberries when they are in season to make this treat extra-special.
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    Created By: Shareba Abdul
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    SERVINGS 2 -3 Servings

    Ingredients

    For The Brownies:

    • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
    • 1 cup salted butter
    • 1 ¼ cups all purpose flour
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 4 eggs
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder

    For the Whipped Cream:

    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • a splash of vanilla extract

    For the Toasted Almonds:

    • ½ cup of slivered almonds

    For the Parfait:

    • 3-4 brownies
    • 1 cup fresh whipped cream
    • ½ cup toasted almonds

    Instructions 

    To Make the Brownies

    • Set a double-boiler over medium-low heat. Alternatively, you can set a bowl over a pan that has been filled halfway with water.
    • Add the chocolate chips and butter, and stir gently to combine. As the ingredients melt the mixture should become glossy. If the heat is too high, the chocolate will burn and become dull.
    • Once the chocolate has melted, remove it from the heat. Then stir in the flour, sugar, eggs, and baking powder. Stir to combine.
    • Spread the mixture evenly into a greased 13"x9" pan.
    • Bake at 350 F for 25-30 minutes. When you poke the middle with a cake-tester there should be moist (not wet) crumbs on it.
    • Allow the brownies to cool before eating.

    To Make the Fresh Whipped Cream:

    • Add the heavy cream to a deep mixing bowl, along with the sugar and vanilla. Beat with a hand-mixer until the cream becomes thick and forms soft peaks.

    How to Toast Almonds:

    • Place a small non-stick pan over medium heat, and add the slivered almonds. Toast until the almonds are fragrant and slightly golden. Do not leave the pan unattended, as the almonds can burn easily.

    How to Assemble the Parfait:

    • Cut a few brownies into small, bite-size, pieces. Layer these pieces with spoonfuls of whipped cream, being sure to sprinkle the toasted almonds over each layer. Top with more whipped cream and almonds, and enjoy!

    Notes

    This brownie recipe has been adapted from the recipe shown on the back of the Hershey's Chipits pure semi-sweet chocolate chips 2.4kg bag.

    Please read the blog post for detailed tips and explanations.

    Nutrition Disclaimer: this nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of this information cannot be guaranteed.

    Have you made this recipe?Please leave a review in the comments below!

     

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    1. Kate

      December 09, 2013 at 9:44 pm

      This looks so yummy! I'm impressed that the brownies are from scratch, and it's still an easy recipe! Pinned! =)

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      • Shareba Abdul

        December 10, 2013 at 9:54 am

        Thanks Kate! These brownies are my favourite.

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