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DLux Mini Dessert Cups

DLux Mini Dessert Cups: No-Bake Indulgence for Any Occasion

DLux Mini Dessert Cups are elegant no-bake treats combining chocolate cake, whipped cream, and cherries, perfect for any gathering or indulgence.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Base
  • 1 cup chocolate cake crumbled, homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup brownies optional, for fudgier texture
Whipped Topping
  • 2 cups heavy cream cold
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar adjust to taste
Cherry Layer
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling or fresh cherries for a twist

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • dessert cups

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by crumbling the chocolate cake into fine pieces in a large mixing bowl, ensuring no large chunks remain.
  2. In a chilled mixing bowl, pour in the heavy cream and add powdered sugar. Whip on medium-high speed for about 2-3 minutes until stiff peaks form.
  3. Grab your clear dessert cups and layer chocolate cake crumbles, followed by whipped cream, and cherry pie filling. Repeat layers.
  4. Cover assembled cups with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight.
  5. Serve the dessert cups cold, garnished with chocolate shavings or a cherry on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store prepared cups in the refrigerator and consume within 24 hours for optimal freshness. Avoid freezing whipped cream as it does not retain texture well.

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