Coffee Parfait

Place a wire rack at the bottom of a pan to prevent the coffee from rising and spilling

Mix the sugar and coffee together and bring it to a medium heat to achieve the right consistency

Beat the egg yolks well and add them slowly to the hot coffee, beating constantly until it cools down

Beat the whites in snow

Add the yolks to the mixture and stir carefully

Refrigerate

Whip the fresh whipped cream or chilled whipped topping and add it carefully to the coffee mixture

When serving, place in cups and sprinkle with grated chocolate or chocolate shavings

Serves 8.