National Chocolate Parfait Day is celebrated on May 1st. Dating back to 1894, Chocolate Parfaits are served as one of the most “perfect” desserts in the U.S. as well as around the world. I think I will go to the Grocery Store this afternoon to make a Chocolate Parfait. Would you want one?
Remember when #Homeschooling our children you can think outside the box. Start a cooking class with your Students. Bring them into the kitchen and have them prepare Chocolate Parfaits for dessert this evening. Charlie is going to help me make them in my home.
Did you know Parfait is a frozen dessert that is made from a base of Egg, Sugar Syrup, and Cream? The traditional French Parfait is made using the above ingredients. In the U.S., Chocolate Parfait is made of Ice Cream layered with flavored Syrup, In a Chocolate Parfait we use Chocolate Syrup. Fruit along with Whipped Cream and Liqueurs can be used.
People often top a Chocolate Parfait with Nuts and more Whipped Cream, and Maraschino Cherries. Many also make use of Yogurt layered with fresh Fruits and Nuts. Even though Yogurt is healthier I will stick to Ice Cream. What about you and why?
Did you know the word ‘Parfait’ is a French word originating from the Latin word ‘perfectus’, translating to ‘perfect’ in English. It refers to the layering that is involved in the dessert, which can be a combination of different Ice Creams, Syrups, and Fruits.
Chocolate Parfaits, and other Parfaits, are usually served in a tall, narrow container or Parfait Glasses along with a long spoon to reach the Chocolate Sauce that waits at the bottom. The fact that you can enjoy the Chocolate Syrup right at the end is what differentiates a Chocolate Parfait from a Chocolate Sundae, where the Syrup is only on top.
The oldest recipe associated with Parfait dates back to a French cookbook in 1869. This was a Coffee-flavored frozen dessert made in tall and thin molds of Ice Cream. Although the name of the day is Chocolate Parfait Day, you are most welcome to experiment with any other flavor of your choice. Cream and Fruits both go well with Chocolate along with Cookie bits and Pretzels. The options are endless.
National Chocolate Parfait Day Activities
- If you have the means and the opportunity today make your version of a Chocolate Parfait and enjoy this dessert with friends and family. Use the hashtag #ChocolateParfaitDay and share your moments on Social Media.
- Make the most of National Chocolate Parfait Day by organizing a small Chocolate Parfait Festival where all your friends bring over their favorite versions to share.
- Enrich your National Chocolate Parfait Day by looking up different varieties of Chocolate Parfait everyone will love.
Facts About Chocolate
- Dark Chocolate is known to have more antioxidants than Green Tea and almost as much as Blueberries
- The ancient Aztecs drank Chocolate as a frothy beverage, which was pretty much like the present-day Hot Chocolate.
- Chocolate comes from the Theobroma Cacao Plant, which is Greek for ‘Food of the Gods’.
- Eating Chocolate reduces stress symptoms.
- White Chocolate is not Chocolate but is made from Cocoa Butter, which, in turn, comes from pressing Cocoa Beans.
Why People Love National Chocolate Parfait Day
The question is what makes Chocolate Parfait popular? There are so many versions of Chocolate Parfait. Including Chocolate Cheesecake Parfait, Banana Parfait, Triple Chocolate Parfait, Peanut-Butter Chocolate Parfait, and many more.
Everyone loves dessert and Chocolate Parfait is the best way to end your meal, be it lunch or dinner. Easy to make, Chocolate Parfait is perfect for any occasion too.
Chocolate is one of the most beloved flavors on Earth and this is why almost everyone loves Chocolate parfait.
Recipe for Chocolate Parfait
Prep Time: 20 mins Chill Time: 1 hr Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 1 (1.4-oz.) package fat-free, sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
- 2 cups 1% low-fat milk
- 1/2 cup light sour cream
- 1 (8-oz.) container fat-free frozen whipped topping, thawed and divided
- 3/4 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (4 cracker sheets)
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated chocolate
Directions
Spoon 1 Tbsp. crumbs into each of 6 (4-oz.) glasses, and top with 1/3 cup pudding mixture. Repeat layers with remaining crumbs and pudding mixture. Top each parfait evenly with remaining whipped topping and grated chocolate. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
Whisk together first 3 ingredients in a bowl until blended and smooth. Fold in 1 1/2 cups whipped topping.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
