Cappuccino Parfaits

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Decadent Cappuccino Parfaits for coffee lovers

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	15 ounces part-skim ricotta cheese
	1/3 cup sugar or 1/3 cup Splenda sugar substitute
	2 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa or 2 teaspoons strawberry milk mix
	4 4 shortbread cookies or 4 macadamia nut cookies

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

14g

Fat

10g

Cappuccino Parfaits are a coffee lover's dream dessert! The layered parfaits feature the flavors of cocoa and strawberry combined with the creaminess of ricotta cheese. These parfaits are perfect for a dinner party or date night, as they are not only delicious but also visually stunning. Plus, the use of part-skim ricotta cheese and sugar substitute makes this dessert a healthier option that won't leave you feeling guilty.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, beat the ricotta cheese and sugar/substitute until well combined.
2.	Divide the mixture in half. Add cocoa powder to one half and strawberry milk mix to the other, stirring until well combined.
3.	Crumble two cookies at the bottom of each parfait glass.
4.	Spoon a layer of the chocolate mixture on top of the cookies, followed by a layer of the strawberry mixture.
5.	Repeat the layers with the remaining cookies and cheese mixtures.
6.	Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

PROS

These parfaits are a delicious and unique way to enjoy coffee-inspired flavors in a dessert.

The use of ricotta cheese and sugar substitute makes this recipe a healthier dessert option.

CONS

This recipe does contain some sugar or sugar substitute, so it should still be consumed in moderation.

Some may find the ricotta cheese texture and flavor too strong in this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, important for bone health.
The cocoa powder in this recipe contains flavanols, which have been linked to lower blood pressure and improve heart health.