Red Velvet Amarula Parfait - 7 Days Of Red Velvet

Happy Valentines Day! We made it to the last day of 7 days of red velvet! It's been fun creating awesome red velvet recipes for this month of love. And so I thought I would booze you up a little just to end the perfect day. I love Amarula, not only is it aromatic it is delicious and has a chocolaty after taste on your palate. Parfaits can be mini desserts that you whip up fast and your choose your layering option. I had a pretty awesome 14th day of February, and that is all I will say, hope yours was great too however you chose to celebrate it.

INGREDIENTS

1 Cup Vanilla Yoghurt
1 Cup Weetabix Cereal
1 Cup Red Velvet Cake Crumbs
3 Tablespoons Amarula Cream Liquer

METHOD

Add crushed weetabix cereal at the bottom of a dessert glass

Add yoghurt on top of the cereal

Add another layer of cereal

Pour the Amarula cream liqueur on top of the crushed cereal

Add red velvet cake crumbs

Add another layer of yoghurt

Finish with the crumbed red velvet cake

Delicious treat for your valentine

RED VELVET AMARULA PARFAIT - 7 DAYS OF RED VELVET

Recipe by Mulunga Alukwe

Prep time: 10 Minutes

Cook time: 00 Minutes

Total time: 10 Minutes

Yield: 1 Serving

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Vanilla Yoghurt
• 1 Cup Weetabix cereal
• 1 Cup Red Velvet Crumbs
• 3 Tablespoons Amarula Cream Liquer

Cooking Directions

1. Add crushed weetabix cereal at the bottom of a dessert glass. Add yoghurt on top of the cereal. Add another layer of cereal. Pour the Amarula cream liqueur on top of the crushed cereal. Add red velvet cake crumbs. Add another layer of yoghurt. Finish with the crumbed red velvet cake
2. Delicious treat for your valentine.

Red Velvet Amarula Parfait – FAQs

What is a Red Velvet Amarula Parfait?
This decadent dessert layers rich red velvet cake with a creamy, boozy Amarula-infused mousse or whipped cream, often finished with chocolate shavings or berries. It’s an indulgent, no-bake treat perfect for dinner parties or festive occasions.

Can I make it ahead of time?
Absolutely. Parfaits can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors develop beautifully overnight, and the texture holds well if layered with firm whipped cream or mousse.

Do I need to use homemade red velvet cake?
Not necessarily. You can use store-bought red velvet cake, cake mix, or leftover red velvet cupcakes. The dessert is forgiving and customizable, especially when paired with the unique creaminess of Amarula.

Can I make this alcohol-free?
Yes. Replace the Amarula with heavy cream or a splash of vanilla and coffee extract. While the Amarula brings a distinctive flavor, a non-alcoholic version is equally delicious and kid-friendly.

What can I garnish the parfait with?
Fresh berries, chocolate curls, crushed cookies, or a dusting of cocoa powder are popular garnishes. A drizzle of melted chocolate or caramel also adds flair.

Printable Nutrition Card (Per 1 serving – approx. 1 cup dessert)

Nutrient	Amount	Notes
Calories	~420 kcal	High due to cream, cake, and liqueur
Protein	~4 g	Mainly from dairy components
Carbohydrates	~40 g	From cake and any sweetened components
Sugars	~28 g	Varies with cake and added sweeteners
Total Fat	~25 g	From cream, mascarpone, or mousse elements
Saturated Fat	~15 g	Rich in dairy content
Fiber	~1 g	Garnishes like berries can slightly boost this
Sodium	~180 mg	From cake mix and cream cheese (if used)
Alcohol Content	~2–4% ABV	Depending on how much Amarula is added

Note: Using low-fat alternatives or reducing layers can cut calories significantly.

Dietary Information Table

Diet Type	Suitable?	Notes
Vegetarian	✅ Yes	Contains no meat or animal gelatin
Alcohol-Free	⚠️ Adjustable	Replace Amarula with cream or flavoring extracts
Gluten-Free	⚠️ With changes	Use gluten-free red velvet cake base
Dairy-Free	❌ No	Contains cream and Amarula (a cream liqueur)
Nut-Free	✅ Yes	Ensure no nut-based toppings or cross-contamination
Egg-Free	⚠️ Depends	Depends on the cake or mousse base used
Low-Sugar	❌ No	High in natural and added sugars

Tip: For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream and layer with fruit.

Please note that these values are estimates and can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes used. For precise nutritional information, consider using a nutrition calculator with exact ingredient measurements.

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