No-Bake Coconut Ube Mousse Parfaits
Light and airy mousse layered with tropical coconut cream and vibrant ube flavor, served in easy-to-assemble parfaits. This filipino-inspired desserts ready in about 15 minutes layers purple ube jam, coconut cream, heavy whipping cream into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 290 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup purple ube jam
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup toasted shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup crushed graham crackers
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip 1 cup heavy whipping cream with 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 1 tsp vanilla extract on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-4 minutes.
- Step 2: In another bowl, gently fold 1 cup coconut cream with 1 cup purple ube jam until fully combined and smooth.
- Step 3: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the ube coconut mixture until light and airy with no streaks.
- Step 4: In four serving glasses, spoon 2 tbsp crushed graham crackers to form the base layer.
- Step 5: Add a generous 1/4 cup of the ube coconut mousse on top of the crackers.
- Step 6: Repeat the layers once more, finishing with a mousse layer.
- Step 7: Garnish each parfait with 1 tbsp toasted shredded coconut.
- Step 8: Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 2 hours until set and chilled before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Coconut Ube Mousse Parfaits take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover No-Bake Coconut Ube Mousse Parfaits?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Coconut Ube Mousse Parfaits?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale No-Bake Coconut Ube Mousse Parfaits for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with No-Bake Coconut Ube Mousse Parfaits?
Filipino desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
