Brownie Cheesecake Parfait

Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream (whole or whipping)
For the Chocolate Ganache:
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup butter
1 1/4 cups mini dark chocolate chips, divided
Extras:
1/4 cup toasted coconut
1/4 cup coarsely ground nuts
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (milk or semi-sweet)
Store-bought or homemade brownie, cut into cubes
1f7e4 Instructions 1f7e4
Step 1: Prepare the Chocolate Ganache
1️⃣ In a saucepan, heat the butter and heavy cream over medium heat until the butter melts. Stir to combine.
2️⃣ Add 3/4 cup of mini dark chocolate chips and stir until smooth.
3️⃣ Let the ganache cool for 5 minutes, then stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of chocolate chips (this will keep some chips whole for texture). Set aside.
Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling
4️⃣ Remove the mixing bowl and beaters from the freezer. Beat the heavy cream in a large bowl until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
5️⃣ In another medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
6️⃣ Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
Step 3: Toast the Coconut
7️⃣ Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
8️⃣ Place shredded coconut on a non-stick cookie sheet and bake for 5-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Step 4: Assemble the Parfaits
9️⃣ In 4 medium to large glasses (or 6-8 smaller glasses), layer the ingredients as follows:
Start with a couple of tablespoons of cheesecake filling.
Add a layer of chocolate ganache.
Follow with a few brownie cubes.
Repeat the layers: more cheesecake filling, chocolate ganache, brownie cubes.
Top with a sprinkle of toasted coconut, nuts, and mini chocolate chips.
Step 5: Chill and Serve
1f51f Refrigerate the parfaits for 3-5 hours or, for best results, overnight. Enjoy!
1f7e4 Prep Time: 20 minutes
1f7e4 Chilling Time: 5 hours
1f7e4 Total Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
1f7e4 Servings: 4 parfaits
1f7e4 Calories: Approximately 957 kcal per parfait
Enjoy these indulgent, no-bake parfaits for a sweet and satisfying treat! 1f7e41f36b

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