Red Velvet Oreo Parfait Explosion
The Red Velvet Oreo Parfait Explosion combines rich red velvet cake, creamy cheesecake filling, and crunchy Oreos into a no-bake, visually stunning dessert that's easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Medium Mixing Bowl
- hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Serving glasses or bowls
Ingredients
For the Red Velvet Oreo Parfait Explosion
- 2 cups red velvet cake crumbled, homemade or store-bought
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream whipped to stiff peaks
- 1 1/2 cups Oreo cookies crushed
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with a hand mixer until smooth, thick, and creamy.
- Step 2: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream on high speed until stiff peaks form.
- Step 3: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture in batches to keep it light and airy.
- Step 4: Layer parfait glasses starting with red velvet cake crumbles, then cheesecake filling, followed by crushed Oreos. Repeat layers, finishing with a layer of cheesecake filling on top.
- Step 5: Garnish each parfait with mini chocolate chips and an Oreo half. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, replace half the heavy cream with Greek yogurt. Try different cake or cookie variations for new flavor twists.