Best 2 Banana Chocolate Parfaits Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our enticing Banana Chocolate Parfaits. These parfaits artfully layer creamy chocolate pudding, luscious banana slices, and crunchy granola, creating a captivating dessert experience. Each parfait is meticulously crafted with fresh, ripe bananas, ensuring a burst of natural sweetness in every bite. The rich chocolate pudding, made from scratch with decadent cocoa powder and velvety milk, adds a touch of indulgence to balance the vibrant fruit flavors. Topped with a generous sprinkling of granola, these parfaits offer a delightful textural contrast that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy dessert to impress your friends or a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, these Banana Chocolate Parfaits are sure to become a cherished favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BANANA CHOCOLATE PARFAITS



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Chocolate and banana pair in this creamy combination from our Test Kitchen. With chocolate pudding and a crunchy chocolate topping, these pretty parfaits are sure to satisfy any craving.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 medium bananas, sliced
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 cups cold fat-free milk
1 package (1.4 ounces) sugar-free instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1-1/2 cups reduced-fat whipped topping
8 chocolate wafers, crushed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine bananas and lemon juice; let stand for 5 minutes. In another bowl, whisk the milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Refrigerate for 5 minutes. Stir in sour cream. , Drain bananas. Place half of the banana slices in eight parfait glasses; layer with pudding mixture, whipped topping, chocolate wafer crumbs and remaining banana slices. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 6g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 236mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE, ALMOND, AND BANANA PARFAITS



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Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Quick & Easy     High Fiber     Banana     Almond     Amaretto     Shower     Party     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
6 tablespoons heavy whipping cream, divided
3/4 cup mascarpone cheese
3 tablespoons amaretto
2 tablespoons sugar
8 1/2-inch-thick angel food cake slices
24 1/3-inch-thick diagonal banana slices (from about 3 bananas)
1/3 cup (about) sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Heat chocolate chips and 4 tablespoons cream in microwave in 1-cup glass measuring cup at 50 percent power just until chocolate is melted, about 30 to 35 seconds. Stir to blend; cool chocolate sauce to lukewarm. Whisk mascarpone, amaretto, sugar, and remaining 2 tablespoons cream in medium bowl until blended and mixture just starts to thicken.
  • Using 2 1/2-inch-diameter cookie cutter, cut out round from each angel food cake slice. Place 1 cake round in each of 4 wine goblets or old-fashioned glasses. Top each cake round with 3 banana slices, 1 heaping tablespoon mascarpone mixture, bittersweet chocolate sauce, and sprinkling of almonds. Repeat parfait layering 1 more time and serve.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have chocolate syrup, you can use melted chocolate chips or Nutella.
  • You can also add other toppings to your parfait, such as nuts, granola, or whipped cream.
  • If you are making the parfaits ahead of time, be sure to cover them with plastic wrap and store them in the refrigerator. They will keep for up to 3 days.
  • To make the parfaits more kid-friendly, you can use fun straws or toothpicks to decorate them.

Conclusion:

Banana chocolate parfaits are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up ripe bananas, and they can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them simple or loaded with toppings, banana chocolate parfaits are sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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