Layers of Brownies and Peppermint Pudding
These Peppermint Brownie Parfaits are so easy to make and so yummy! You just can’t beat the combination of chocolate and peppermint. I am always looking for something new to serve to family and friends during the holidays, and this recipe is perfect! This dessert took me less than 15 minutes to make up and it tastes like something much more fancy! When you get all the flavors in one bite – the fudge-y chocolate, the cool peppermint, and the creamy homemade whipped cream – it really tastes like a dessert from an upscale restaurant! If you love peppermint, try our Peppermint Bark Brownies, or our Peppermint Hot Chocolate. Want more parfaits/trifles? Try our Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle! Any of these delicious desserts will be a great addition to your Christmas menu!
Ingredients In Peppermint Brownie Parfaits
Brownie mix – prepared and cut into tiny squaresWhite chocolate instant pudding mix or cheesecake instant pudding mixMilkPeppermint extractWhipping cream (or whipped heavy cream)Powdered sugarPeppermints – crushed for garnish
Alternative Ingredient Ideas
If you’re not a fan of certain layers of the parfait, here are some other ideas for layers or toppings to sprinkle on the parfait:
Chocolate syrupFresh raspberriesStrawberriesCherriesChocolate shavingsMint sprigsVanilla or peppermint ice cream
Tips for Making this Recipe
For the brownies, you can use any recipe you’d like – boxed or homemade brownies from scratch. I like the more fudge-y brownie mixes, but you can use any recipe. You could even get store-bought brownies or brownie bites if you are pressed for time.Make sure that you do not over-whip the whipped cream, it will get really runny. Mix it just until the stiff peaks form. I would not recommend eating the pudding and peppermint mixture by itself, it will taste VERY peppermint-y, but once it is mixed in with all the other flavors, it is perfect! If you are feeding a large crowd, you could also make this in a large trifle bowl for guests instead of individual parfait glasses. You can also use crushed up candy cane pieces instead of the round peppermint candy. If you are looking for other parfait and trifle recipes, try our Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle or our Triple Chocolate Trifle. Read Next: Christmas Dessert Ideas
Other Holiday Recipes You’ll Love
Between treats for the neighbors, holiday parties, and get togethers with friends and family, there are so many opportunities during this time of year to try new delicious recipes! Check out some of our family favorite recipes below and leave us a comment telling us one of your favorite holiday recipes!
White Chocolate Peppermint Bark SwirlsCupcake Christmas TreeEnglish ToffeePumpkin Chocolate Chip BreadChocolate Orange CookiesWhite Chocolate Peppermint Bark BrowniesAndes Mint CookiesPeppermint Hot Chocolate
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