Peppermint Oreo Parfait Recipe

ByElena Hart
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Introduction

This Peppermint Oreo Parfait is a festive and creamy dessert that combines the rich flavors of cream cheese, peppermint, and crunchy Oreo cookies. It’s perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you want a sweet, layered treat with a refreshing twist.

The image shows three clear glass cups with a layered dessert. At the bottom of each cup is a dark crumb layer that looks like crushed cookies. Above this is a white creamy layer with swirls of bright red sauce, creating a marbled effect. The top layer is whipped cream with more red sauce swirled on it, decorated with colorful sprinkles. One of the cups has a small white snowman-shaped candy on the whipped cream. Each cup has a red and white striped candy cane placed inside. The cups are on a checkered cloth on a white marbled surface, with a golden spoon and two striped candy canes next to them. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1 package of Mini Oreo’s
  • 3 packages of Cream Cheese (8 ounces each), softened
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 drop Peppermint flavoring (for red batter)
  • Red Food Coloring Gel (about 5 or 6 drops)
  • Peppermint Sticks (for garnish)
  • Sprinkles (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Crush the Mini Oreo cookies and fill the bottom of your parfait glasses with the cookie crumbs. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and heavy whipping cream. Mix on low speed until blended.
  3. Step 3: Increase the mixer speed to high and whip for about 1 minute until the mixture is creamy and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed, then mix again to combine fully.
  5. Step 5: Add the vanilla extract and mix to incorporate.
  6. Step 6: Add the sugar and lemon juice, then blend until smooth.
  7. Step 7: Add the powdered sugar and mix on low speed until just combined. Scrape down the sides and mix again until smooth.
  8. Step 8: Divide the cheesecake batter in half by transferring half to a small bowl.
  9. Step 9: To the larger portion in the mixing bowl, add the peppermint flavoring and mix well.
  10. Step 10: Add the red food coloring gel to the peppermint batter and mix until fully blended with no white streaks.
  11. Step 11: Lay out a piece of plastic wrap about 10-12 inches wide flat on your counter.
  12. Step 12: Place the white cheesecake batter in a long ribbon on the plastic wrap.
  13. Step 13: Next to the white batter, place the red peppermint batter in a long ribbon.
  14. Step 14: Carefully roll the plastic wrap around the batters and fold the ends to secure.
  15. Step 15: Cut off one end of the plastic wrap and insert it into a pastry bag fitted with a piping tip. Pipe the cheesecake mixture into the parfait glasses over the cookie crumbs, swirling upward to create a pointed top.
  16. Step 16: Garnish each parfait glass with a peppermint stick on the side and sprinkle colored sprinkles on top of the cheesecake layer.
  17. Step 17: Optionally, place a snowman face decoration on the opposite side of the peppermint stick (refer to photos or your own decorations).
  18. Step 18: Cover the parfaits lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  19. Step 19: Serve chilled and enjoy your festive Peppermint Oreo Parfait!

Tips & Variations

  • Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest texture and best flavor.
  • For a stronger peppermint flavor, add an extra drop of peppermint extract carefully—too much can be overpowering.
  • Try using crushed regular Oreos if mini Oreos are unavailable.
  • Add crushed peppermint candy or candy canes on top for extra crunch and festive flair.
  • You can substitute red food coloring gel with natural alternatives like beet juice for a vibrant color without artificial dyes.

Storage

Store the parfaits covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing, as the texture may change when thawed. Before serving, let parfaits sit briefly at room temperature for a smoother mouthfeel if desired.

How to Serve

Three clear cups hold a layered dessert placed on a white marbled surface with a light beige checkered cloth underneath. Each cup has three layers: the bottom layer is dark brown, crumbly crushed cookies; the middle layer is creamy white mixed with bright red swirls creating a marbled effect; the top layer is white whipped cream with red syrup drizzled over it, topped with colorful sprinkles. On the top edge of each cup, there is a small white round decoration with a snowman face and a red and white striped candy cane sticking out from the whipped cream. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these parfaits in advance?

Yes, they can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and refrigerated. Just cover them well to prevent any odors or drying.

What can I use instead of peppermint flavoring?

If you don’t have peppermint extract, vanilla extract will work as a milder alternative, or you can omit it for a plain cheesecake flavor.

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This Peppermint Oreo Parfait is a festive and creamy dessert featuring crushed Mini Oreos layered with a fluffy peppermint-flavored cheesecake batter. Beautifully swirled with red and white ribbons, topped with peppermint sticks and colorful sprinkles, this no-bake parfait is perfect for holiday celebrations or any time you want a refreshing minty treat.

  • Author: Elena
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 6–8 parfait glasses 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 package of Mini Oreo’s, crushed

Cheesecake Batter

  • 3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 drop peppermint flavoring (for red batter)
  • Red food coloring gel, about 5 or 6 drops

Garnishes

  • Peppermint sticks
  • Colored sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oreo Base: Crush the package of Mini Oreo cookies finely and evenly distribute the cookie crumbs at the bottom of each parfait glass. Set aside to form a firm base layer.
  2. Mix Cream Cheese and Cream: In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the softened cream cheese and heavy whipping cream. Begin mixing on low speed to combine the ingredients gently.
  3. Whip Until Fluffy: Increase the mixer speed to high and whip the mixture for about 1 minute, until it becomes creamy and fluffy in texture.
  4. Scrape Sides and Remix: Stop the mixer and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula to incorporate all the ingredients evenly, then blend again briefly.
  5. Add Vanilla Extract: Add the vanilla extract to the mixture and mix until fully integrated.
  6. Incorporate Sugars and Lemon Juice: Add the granulated sugar and lemon juice, mixing until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  7. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing on low speed to avoid dust clouds, then scrape down the bowl sides and mix until fully combined and smooth.
  8. Divide Batter: Remove half of the cheesecake batter into a separate bowl, so you have two equal portions for coloring.
  9. Flavor and Color Red Batter: To the batter remaining in the stand mixer bowl, add one drop of peppermint flavoring and red food coloring gel. Mix thoroughly until no white streaks remain and the batter is uniformly red.
  10. Prepare Plastic Wrap: Lay out a piece of plastic wrap approximately 10 to 12 inches wide on a clean counter surface.
  11. Layer Batters on Plastic Wrap: Place the white cheesecake batter in a long ribbon on one side of the plastic wrap, and next to it place the red cheesecake batter in a parallel ribbon.
  12. Roll Batters Together: Carefully roll the plastic wrap around the batters, pressing gently as you roll, then fold up the ends to contain the batter mixture inside, creating a marbled log.
  13. Prepare Piping Bag: Cut off one end of the plastic wrap log carefully to create an opening, then insert the wrapped batter into a pastry bag fitted with a piping tip to enable neat swirling while dispensing.
  14. Pipe Batter into Glasses: Pipe the swirled cheesecake batter over the Oreo cookie crumbs in each parfait glass. Use a swirling motion to create a pointed top on each parfait.
  15. Add Garnishes: Place a peppermint stick on the side of each parfait glass and sprinkle the top of the cheesecake batter with colored sprinkles for a festive touch.
  16. Finish Decoration: Add a snowman face decoration (optional) on the opposite side of the glass from the peppermint stick as shown in the recipe photo for extra charm.
  17. Chill: Cover the assembled parfaits lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld and batter to set.
  18. Serve and Enjoy! Remove from refrigerator and serve chilled for a deliciously creamy peppermint dessert.

Notes

  • Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • The peppermint flavoring should be added carefully; a single drop is enough to avoid overpowering the dessert.
  • You can substitute the Mini Oreos with regular Oreos crushed finely if needed.
  • If you don’t have red food coloring gel, liquid red food coloring may be used but may change batter consistency slightly.
  • The snowman face decoration is optional and can be replaced with any festive topper or omitted.
  • For best texture, chill the parfaits for at least 2 hours before serving.
  • Handle the plastic wrap log carefully when cutting to avoid batter from spilling.

Keywords: Peppermint Oreo Parfait, peppermint dessert, no-bake cheesecake parfait, holiday parfait, Oreo parfait, mint dessert, Christmas dessert

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