Black Forest Parfait (Vegan)
A cool, refreshing, layered dessert reminiscent of black forest cake. An egg-free, dairy-free decadent, anytime treat.
Ingredients
Chocolate Pudding
- 1 cup chocolate pudding (see recipe on website - you will only need 1/2 of the recipe)
Cherry Compote
- 13 oz / 2½ cups cherries - pitted and halved
- 2 tbsp cane sugar
- ½ tbsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- 3 tbsp water
Whipped Cream
- ⅓ cup plant based heavy cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- 4 tbsp powdered sugar
Optional
- extra cherries for the top of the dessert
- chopped up chocolate for the top of the dessert
Instructions
Chocolate Pudding
- See my recipe for Chocolate pudding ( you will only need 1/2 of the recipe). You can also make your favorite recipe or use store bought pudding. One cup of chocolate pudding is needed. Store the pudding in the refrigerator if not using right away.The pudding can be made a day or two ahead of time to make assembly day easier.
Cherry Compote
- To a medium pot add the cherries, lemon juice, and sugar. In a separate container, combine the cornstarch and water and mix to make a slurry. Add the slurry to the cherry mixture and stir to fully combine. Set the pot over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Keep the mixture at a low simmer until it thickens and the fruit breaks down. Remember to stir occasionally through out this process. This took me 30 minutes. Once done, place the compote in a heat safe container. Let it cool to room temperature . It can be stored in the refrigerator if not using right away.The compote can be made a day or two ahead of time to make assembly day easier.
Whipped Cream
- To the bowl of a stand mixer add the heavy cream, cream of tartar and vanilla extract. Whip on high with a balloon whisk attachment for 3 minutes. Add the powdered sugar and continue blending on high for another 3 minutes.
Assembly
- Divide the cherry compote equally among the 4 serving containers. Make sure it is evenly spread-out across the bottom of each container. The next layer is the pudding. Divide it equally among the 4 containers, spreading it out over the cherry layer. Lastly, the whipped cream layer. Place the whipped cream in a piping bag fitted with the tip of your choice. Pipe equal amounts of whipped cream over the top of each pudding layer. Place a cherry on top and sprinkle a little chopped-up chocolate on each dessert for a final look. These desserts are best served same day. Store the desserts in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They will be fine in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days.