You’re about to discover 18 decadent parfait creations that will elevate your Valentine’s Day celebration. Imagine rich chocolate, fresh fruit, and creamy textures layered to perfection. Your taste buds will thank you, but that’s just the beginning – there’s so much more to explore.
Strawberry Shortcake Parfait
Indulge in a sweet strawberry shortcake parfait, layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup shortcake crumbs
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until it forms stiff peaks.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar.
- In a glass or parfait dish, create a layer of shortcake crumbs.
- Add a layer of vanilla yogurt on top of the shortcake crumbs.
- Spoon the sweetened strawberries over the yogurt layer.
- Top the strawberries with a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Refrigerate the parfait for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Chocolate Lava Parfait
Rich, decadent chocolate lava parfait for a romantic treat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- 2 ounces high-quality dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup crushed cookies or wafers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and cocoa powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, milk, and melted butter.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into 4-6 ramekins or small cups.
- Place the ramekins on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly jiggly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes.
- Run a knife around the edges of each ramekin to loosen the parfait.
- Invert onto plates and top with crushed cookies, whipped cream, or ice cream.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate and serve immediately.
Raspberry Rose Petal Parfait
Delicate layers of raspberries, rose petal jelly, and whipped cream create a romantic dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup rose petal jelly
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the heavy whipping cream and granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Spoon a layer of vanilla yogurt into the bottom of a glass or parfait dish.
- Add a layer of fresh raspberries on top of the yogurt.
- Spread a layer of rose petal jelly over the raspberries.
- Top the jelly with a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with chopped fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Valentine’s Day M&M Parfait
Sweet layered treat with M&M’s and whipped cream for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup M&M’s
- 1 cup heavy whipped cream
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1/2 cup mixed berries
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Start by layering 1/4 cup of granola at the bottom of a tall glass or parfait dish.
- Add 1/2 cup of vanilla yogurt on top of the granola.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup of M&M’s over the yogurt.
- Add 1/2 cup of mixed berries on top of the M&M’s.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over the berries.
- Top with 1 cup of heavy whipped cream.
- Refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Cheesecake Stuffed Parfait
Indulge in a decadent Cheesecake Stuffed Parfait this Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 pounds cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1 cup chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter to create the crust.
- Press the crust mixture into the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture into the baked crust and bake for 50 minutes.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely.
- Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Layer cheesecake, whipped cream, mixed berries, and chocolate shavings in a glass to create the parfait.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Red Velvet Parfait Delight
Indulge in a rich Red Velvet Parfait Delight with layers of velvet cake and cream.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red velvet cake crumbs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mixed berries
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Add the powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla extract, and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, mix the red velvet cake crumbs and chopped pecans.
- In a glass or parfait dish, create a layer of the cake crumb mixture.
- Add a layer of whipped cream on top of the cake crumbs.
- Add a layer of mixed berries on top of the whipped cream.
- Repeat steps 4-6 until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of whipped cream.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Fruit and Cream Parfait
Indulge in a rejuvenating Fruit and Cream Parfait this Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
Instructions
- Layer fresh strawberries and blueberries in a glass or parfait dish.
- Top the fruit with a dollop of vanilla yogurt.
- Sprinkle a layer of granola over the yogurt.
- Drizzle honey over the granola layer.
- Top with whipped cream and garnish with chopped fresh mint.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Brownie Batter Parfait
Indulge in a rich Brownie Batter Parfait with layers of fudgy brownie, creamy whipped cream, and sweet chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- 1 and 1/2 sticks of unsalted butter
- 2 cups of sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
- Melt the butter and sugar in a medium saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cocoa powder until well combined.
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- Add the flour and salt, stirring until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips and pour the batter into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the brownie cool completely in the pan before cutting into cubes.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Layer the brownie cubes, whipped cream, and chocolate chips in a parfait glass or tall clear cup.
- Repeat the layers two more times, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with additional whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.
Candy Conversation Heart Parfait
Sweet treat featuring layers of yogurt, granola, and conversation hearts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1/2 cup conversation hearts
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Layer vanilla yogurt at the bottom of a glass or parfait dish.
- Add a layer of granola on top of the yogurt.
- Add a layer of mixed berries on top of the granola.
- Sprinkle conversation hearts over the berries.
- Drizzle honey over the conversation hearts.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with a layer of yogurt on top.
Pink Lemonade Parfait
A sweet and tangy dessert, Pink Lemonade Parfait is a layered treat perfect for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup lemonade
- 1 cup pink lemonade-flavored cake
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1/4 cup honey
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Cut the pink lemonade-flavored cake into small cubes and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the lemonade and honey until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the vanilla yogurt until smooth.
- Begin building the parfait by placing a layer of cake cubes at the bottom of a glass.
- Add a layer of raspberry on top of the cake.
- Drizzle a small amount of the lemonade mixture over the raspberries.
- Add a layer of whipped vanilla yogurt.
- Sprinkle a layer of granola over the yogurt.
- Repeat steps 4-8 until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
S’mores Please Parfait
Indulge in a sweet S’mores Please Parfait, a twist on the classic campfire treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of chocolate mousse
- 1 cup of toasted marshmallow fluff
- 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of chocolate shavings
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the chocolate mousse and vanilla extract.
- Spoon a layer of the chocolate mousse mixture into the bottom of a glass or parfait dish.
- Add a layer of toasted marshmallow fluff on top of the chocolate mousse.
- Sprinkle a layer of graham cracker crumbs over the marshmallow fluff.
- Repeat steps 3-5 two more times, ending with a layer of whipped cream on top.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and serve immediately.
Peanut Butter Cup Parfait
A rich dessert featuring peanut butter cups and creamy layers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter cups
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup granola
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Start by preparing the whipped cream with honey in a bowl.
- Layer the vanilla yogurt, granola, and peanut butter cups in a glass.
- Top the layers with whipped cream and sprinkle chopped peanuts.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Chill the parfait in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Parfait
Indulge in a decadent Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Parfait, a sweet treat for Valentine’s Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Wash and dry the strawberries, then dip each one into the melted chocolate.
- Layer the vanilla yogurt, granola, and chocolate dipped strawberries in a glass or parfait dish.
- Drizzle the honey over the top of the parfait.
- Top the parfait with whipped cream.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Vanilla Bean Parfait
Vanilla Bean Parfait is a creamy dessert layered with vanilla bean-infused custard and sweet toppings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla bean-infused custard
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1 cup granola
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the vanilla bean-infused custard and vanilla extract.
- Spoon a layer of the custard mixture into the bottom of a glass or parfait dish.
- Add a layer of mixed berries on top of the custard.
- Sprinkle a layer of granola over the berries.
- Spoon a layer of vanilla yogurt over the granola.
- Drizzle a layer of honey over the yogurt.
- Sprinkle a layer of chopped almonds over the honey.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with a layer of custard on top.
- Chill the parfait in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Cinnamon Sugar Parfait
Sweet and crunchy Cinnamon Sugar Parfait for a lovely treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granola
- 1/2 cup cinnamon sugar
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together granola and cinnamon sugar.
- Layer vanilla yogurt, mixed berries, and granola mixture in a glass.
- Top with whipped cream and additional cinnamon sugar if desired.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with whipped cream on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Heart Shaped Parfait
Heart Shaped Parfait is a dessert with layered cream, fruits, and cookies in a heart-shaped glass.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt
- 1/2 cup granola
- 1/2 cup heart-shaped cookies
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Cut the heart-shaped cookies into small pieces and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the vanilla yogurt and honey.
- Spoon a layer of yogurt mixture into the bottom of a heart-shaped glass.
- Add a layer of mixed berries on top of the yogurt mixture.
- Sprinkle a layer of granola over the berries.
- Spoon a layer of whipped cream over the granola.
- Repeat steps 4-7 until the glass is full, ending with a layer of whipped cream.
- Top the parfait with the heart-shaped cookie pieces.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Salted Caramel Parfait
Indulge in a rich Salted Caramel Parfait with layers of creamy sweetness.
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup crushed cookies
- 1 cup fresh whipped cream
Instructions
- Combine heavy cream, sugar, and butter in a saucepan and heat over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in sea salt and vanilla extract.
- Let the mixture cool, then refrigerate until chilled.
- In a glass or parfait dish, layer crushed cookies, caramel sauce, and the chilled cream mixture.
- Top with fresh whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Turtle Parfait Temptation
Indulge in layered chocolate, caramel, and nuts with the Turtle Parfait Temptation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate pudding
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1 cup crushed cookies
- 1 cup fresh fruit
Instructions
- Start with a layer of crushed cookies at the bottom of a glass.
- Add a layer of chocolate pudding on top of the cookies.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the pudding.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts over the caramel sauce.
- Add a layer of whipped cream.
- Top with fresh fruit.
- Repeat the layers one more time, ending with whipped cream on top.
Conclusion
You’re the master chef of your Valentine’s Day celebration, crafting parfaits that are the icing on the cake. Just as a single brushstroke can change a painting, one perfect parfait can transform your evening, making it a masterpiece of love and flavor, like the Strawberry Shortcake Parfait that won my heart with its sweet simplicity.