These Chocolate Strawberry Cake Parfaits are the easiest way to make dessert feel fancy—without baking anything from scratch. Layers of fluffy vanilla whipped cream, sweet strawberries, chocolate syrup, and bite-sized pound cake come together in minutes for a romantic treat that looks restaurant-worthy. Perfect for date night, Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or when you just want a quick sweet fix. The textures are everything: soft cake, juicy berries, creamy whipped topping, and a little crunch from white chocolate chips. If you need a quick romantic dessert that’s guaranteed to impress, these parfaits are your new go-to.
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Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 2
Ingredients List
- ½ pint heavy whipping cream
- 2–3 tbsp powdered sugar (to taste)
- 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)
- 3 slices pound cake, diced
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- Chocolate syrup (for drizzling)
- White chocolate chips (for sprinkling)
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Hand mixer (or whisk + arm strength)
- Mixing bowl
- Parfait glasses or small bowls
- Knife + cutting board
- Spoon (for layering)
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Sweeten the cream: Pour heavy cream into a bowl. Add powdered sugar (start with 2 tbsp and adjust).
- Add vanilla: Scrape vanilla bean seeds into the bowl (or add vanilla extract).
- Whip: Beat on high until thick, fluffy peaks form (about 2–3 minutes).
- Start layering: Add diced pound cake to the bottom of each glass.
- Add berries: Spoon in sliced strawberries.
- Chocolate + crunch: Drizzle chocolate syrup and sprinkle white chocolate chips. 🍫✨
- Whipped cream: Add a layer of whipped cream.
- Repeat: Add another round of cake, strawberries, chocolate syrup, chips, and whipped cream.
- Serve: Top with an extra dollop of whipped cream and serve immediately 🍓💕
Pro Tips
- Make it extra romantic: Add shaved chocolate on top or a whole strawberry garnish.
- Short on time? Use store-bought whipped topping (but homemade tastes best).
- Lighter option: Swap some cream for Greek yogurt in a separate layer.
- Serving tip: Chill glasses for 10 minutes so layers stay crisp and pretty.
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 parfait | 520 | 6g | 52g | 32g | 3g | 34g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
Chocolate Strawberry Cake Parfaits
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Pour heavy cream into a bowl and add powdered sugar to taste (start with 2 tablespoons).
- Add vanilla bean seeds (or vanilla extract).
- Beat on high until thick and fluffy peaks form, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add diced pound cake to the bottom of each parfait glass.
- Top with sliced strawberries, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and a sprinkle of white chocolate chips.
- Add a layer of whipped cream. Repeat layers as desired.
- Finish with a dollop of whipped cream and serve immediately.
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Chocolate Strawberry Cake Parfaits are the ultimate last-minute romantic dessert—pretty layers, big flavor, and done in 10 minutes. Creamy whipped vanilla, sweet strawberries, and chocolate drizzle make every bite feel special.