AppetizersFebruary 13, 2014
Calories
1518
Sodium
537mg
22% DV
Fat
84g
130% DV
Protein
28g
57% DV
Carbs
153g
52% DV
Fiber
11g
47% DV
Chocolate Cheesecake Parfaits
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On Valentine’s Day, sweet and decadent chocolate reigns supreme. These simple, elegant and tempting Chocolate Cheesecake Parfaits are a perfect way to set the mood. Make them with lowfat ricotta and lowfat Greek yogurt to lighten things up, or use full fat dairy for a more luscious treat. Enjoy!
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INGREDIENTS
15 oz ricotta cheese (lowfat ok)
8 oz Greek yogurt (lowfat ok)
1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
1/4 cup whole or lowfat milk
7 tbsp sugar, divided
2 tbsp amaretto or Grand Marnier (optional)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Heaping 1/8 tsp kosher salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups chocolate cookies, crushed
Chocolate shavings or sliced strawberries for garnish
1 cup sliced almonds for garnish (optional)
YOU WILL ALSO NEED
double boiler, stand mixer or hand mixer, mixing bowls, food processor or plastic storage bag and rolling pin, 8 parfait cups
15 oz ricotta cheese (lowfat ok)
8 oz Greek yogurt (lowfat ok)
1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
1/4 cup whole or lowfat milk
7 tbsp sugar, divided
2 tbsp amaretto or Grand Marnier (optional)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Heaping 1/8 tsp kosher salt
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups chocolate cookies, crushed
Chocolate shavings or sliced strawberries for garnish
1 cup sliced almonds for garnish (optional)
YOU WILL ALSO NEED
double boiler, stand mixer or hand mixer, mixing bowls, food processor or plastic storage bag and rolling pin, 8 parfait cups
In a double-boiler combine chocolate chips, 6 tbsp sugar, milk, almond liqueur and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring regularly until the mixture is smooth.
Combine ricotta, Greek yogurt and vanilla in a...
See the full directions on my site
See the full directions on my site
Nutritions
Calories
1518
Sodium
537mg
22% DV
Fat
84g
130% DV
Protein
28g
57% DV
Carbs
153g
52% DV
Fiber
11g
47% DV
PER SERVING *
% DAILY VALUE*
Fat
Saturated Fat51g256%
Polysaturated Fat5g34%
Monosaturated Fat28g175%
Cholesterol133mg44%
Sodium537mg22%
Potassium994mg28%
Protein28g57%
% DAILY VALUE*
Total Carbohydrate
Fiber11g47%
Sugar98g197%
Vitamin A1449IU28%
Vitamin B61mg75%
Vitamin C4mg8%
Calcium556mg55%
Iron9mg52%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.