Description
Decadent layered chocolate cream dessert with a crunchy Oreo cookie crust. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream, cold
- 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 package (14.3 ounces) chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos), finely crushed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries) for garnish
- Optional: Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- In a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (double boiler), combine chocolate and 2 tablespoons butter. Stir until melted and smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cold heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add sugar and vanilla extract. Continue beating until stiff peaks form. Be careful not to overwhip.
- Take a spoonful of whipped cream and gently fold it into the cooled melted chocolate. Mix until well combined. Repeat with another spoonful of whipped cream.
- Gently fold the tempered chocolate mixture into the remaining whipped cream. Fold until just combined.
- Stir in a pinch of salt.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Place cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, crush in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin.
- Melt 4 tablespoons butter in the microwave or in a saucepan over low heat.
- In a medium bowl, combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Mix well until evenly moistened.
- Select serving dishes (individual glasses, bowls, or a trifle bowl).
- Spoon a layer of cookie crumbs into the bottom of each dish. Gently press down.
- Spoon a layer of chilled chocolate cream over the cookie crust. Spread evenly.
- Repeat layers of cookie crust and chocolate cream as desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the layers to set.
- Before serving, garnish with fresh berries, chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, whipped cream, or chopped nuts.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
- Cookie Variations: Use vanilla wafers, graham crackers, or shortbread cookies for the crust.
- Coffee Flavor: Add 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder to the melted chocolate.
- Vegan Option: Use vegan chocolate, vegan butter, and coconut cream.
- Liqueur: Add a splash of coffee liqueur or chocolate liqueur to the chocolate cream.
- Individual Parfaits: Layer in tall parfait glasses.
- Make Ahead: Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
- Freezing: Can be frozen for up to a month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes