Decadent Mandarin Dream No-Bake Parfait

Ingredients

- 1 package (approximately 10 ounces) fudge-covered cookies
- 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
- 2 cups cold milk
- 1 container (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pudding
In a mixing bowl, combine the instant vanilla pudding mix with 2 cups of cold milk. Whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until the pudding thickens. Set aside to allow the pudding to set, approximately 5 minutes.

2. Crush the Cookies
Place the fudge-covered cookies in a resealable plastic bag. Using a rolling pin or a heavy object, gently crush the cookies into coarse crumbs. Be careful not to pulverize them into a fine powder; a bit of texture is desired.

3. Assemble the Parfait
In four individual serving glasses or dessert bowls, begin layering the ingredients. Start with a generous spoonful of cookie crumbs as the base layer.

4. Add Mandarin Oranges
Layer about one-quarter of the canned mandarin oranges over the cookie crumbs in each glass, ensuring an even distribution.

5. Add Pudding Layer
Next, spoon a layer of the prepared vanilla pudding over the oranges. Use about one-quarter of the pudding for each glass.

6. Add Whipped Topping
Add a layer of thawed whipped topping over the pudding. Use about one-quarter of the whipped topping for each glass.

7. Repeat Layers
Repeat the layers with the remaining cookie crumbs, oranges, pudding, and whipped topping until the glasses are full. Finish with a final sprinkle of cookie crumbs on top for garnish.

8. Chill and Serve
Place the parfait glasses in the refrigerator and allow them to chill for about 30 minutes before serving. This will help the flavors meld together.

Preparation & Cooking Times

PT40M
40 minutes

Total Time

PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

Dessert

Keywords

No-bake dessert, Mandarin parfait, Easy dessert recipe, Layered dessert, Parfait, Quick treat, Cookie crumble dessert, Mandarin oranges, Vanilla pudding dessert, Whipped topping creation

Recipe Yield

Serves 4 adults

Calories

Total calories: 1,700 calories

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