Mint Oreo Parfaits
Refreshing and indulgent Mint Oreo Parfaits combine creamy mint mousse with crunchy Oreo cookie layers for an easy, no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 package (14 oz) Oreo cookies, crushed
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the Oreo cookies in a sealed bag and crush them into coarse crumbs using a rolling pin. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and peppermint extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Add a few drops of green food coloring if desired for a minty green color.
- In serving glasses, layer crushed Oreo cookies followed by the mint mousse mixture. Repeat layers until the glass is filled.
- Top each parfait with a sprinkle of crushed Oreos and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For an extra minty kick, add a layer of crushed Andes mints between the Oreo and mousse layers or substitute peppermint extract with fresh mint puree.
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