Chocolate Cookie Crust Parfait

This delightful dessert layers a rich chocolate cookie crust made from graham crackers and Oreos with a light and fluffy whipped cream mixture. Topped with colorful sprinkles, it offers a fun visual appeal while maintaining a classic flavor profile. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients:

• 1 pack of graham crackers
• 5 Oreo cookies
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 cup Cool Whip
• 1/2 cup pancake mix
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Sprinkles for decoration

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Crush the graham crackers and Oreo cookies in a food processor until they form fine crumbs.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cookies, cocoa powder, and sugar.
4. Melt 1/4 cup of butter and mix it into the cookie crumb mixture until it resembles wet sand.
5. Press the mixture into the bottom of a small baking dish to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
6. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until it forms stiff peaks.
7. Gently fold in the Cool Whip and vanilla extract until well combined.
8. Layer the whipped cream mixture over the cooled cookie crust, smoothing it out evenly.
9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
10. Before serving, top with colorful sprinkles for a festive touch.