Funky Monkey Parfaits

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Funky Monkey Parfaits
45 min.
8
248kcal

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Are you a fan of indulgent, no-bake desserts that are both vegetarian and ready in under an hour? If so, you're in for a treat with this Funky Monkey Parfait recipe! This delightful dessert combines the creamy richness of a chocolate pudding with the natural sweetness of bananas and the crunch of peanut butter sandwich cookies. It's a triple threat of flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

What makes this recipe particularly appealing is its simplicity and the fact that it's a no-bake dessert. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up these parfaits with ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. The base is a velvety chocolate pudding made from cocoa, milk, and a touch of cornstarch for thickness, all whipped up in the microwave. The pudding is then layered with sliced bananas and crumbled peanut butter cookies, creating a textural contrast that's simply irresistible.

Each serving of this Funky Monkey Parfait offers a well-rounded 248 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The caloric breakdown leans heavily towards carbohydrates, which provide the quick energy needed to power through the evening, but also includes a decent amount of protein and a modest amount of fat. This dessert is not only delicious but also presents a balanced nutritional profile, making it a great ending to any meal.

Whether you're a vegetarian looking for a quick yet impressive dessert or simply someone who loves the combination of chocolate, banana, and peanut butter, this Funky Monkey Parfait is sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen. So, grab your whisk, a handful of cookies, and some bananas, and let's get started on this delightful dessert adventure!

Ingredients

  • cups banana sliced
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 0.3 cup dutch-processed cocoa powder 
  • 1.5 cups milk 2% reduced-fat
  • cup peanut butter sandwich cookie crumbs crumbled (such as Nutter Butter; 8 cookies, )
  • Dash salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a 2-quart glass measure; stir well. Gradually add milk, stirring with a whisk. Microwave at high for 2 1/2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Microwave at medium-high (70% power) for 2 1/2 minutes or until thick, stirring occasionally. Stir in vanilla. Cover surface of mixture with plastic wrap; chill.
  2. Spoon 1 tablespoon cookie crumbs into each of 8 (8-ounce) glasses; top each with 3 tablespoons bananas and 1 1/2 tablespoons chocolate mixture. Repeat layers once, ending with chocolate mixture.
  3. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories248kcal
Protein7.14%
Fat21.15%
Carbs71.71%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.61
Glycemic Load
12.51
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
5.2186956301979%

Flavonoids

Catechin
5.17mg
Epicatechin
5.29mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:248.05kcal
12.4%
Fat:6.21g
9.56%
Saturated Fat:1.89g
11.83%
Carbohydrates:47.39g
15.8%
Net Carbohydrates:43.86g
15.95%
Sugar:29.78g
33.09%
Cholesterol:3.54mg
1.18%
Sodium:269.98mg
11.74%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Caffeine:6.18mg
2.06%
Protein:4.72g
9.43%
Fiber:3.53g
14.12%
Manganese:0.26mg
13.16%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.32%
Potassium:304.79mg
8.71%
Magnesium:33.56mg
8.39%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.73%
Copper:0.15mg
7.51%
Phosphorus:73.09mg
7.31%
Vitamin C:4.98mg
6.04%
Calcium:59.51mg
5.95%
Iron:0.92mg
5.14%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.91%
Folate:14.32µg
3.58%
Vitamin B5:0.35mg
3.52%
Zinc:0.48mg
3.21%
Selenium:2.16µg
3.09%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.45%
Vitamin B3:0.47mg
2.37%
Vitamin A:81.14IU
1.62%
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