Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Cherry and Amaretti Parfaits! These elegant desserts combine the vibrant flavors of fresh cherries, the delicate crunch of amaretti biscuits, and the richness of mascarpone cheese. Each parfait is a symphony of textures and tastes, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and tang. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow recipes will guide you in creating these stunning parfaits that are perfect for any occasion. From the classic Cherry and Amaretti Parfait to the boozy Amaretto Parfait with Cherry Compote, our collection caters to diverse tastes and preferences. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with these delightful cherry and amaretti parfaits.
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BING CHERRY-AMARETTI FOOL
When Bing cherries are in season, I make this fruity custard-style fool. The sweet cherries and whipped cream balance perfectly with the sour cream. -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand 1 minute. Heat and stir over low heat until gelatin is completely dissolved. Let stand 5 minutes., Place sour cream, sugar, lemon juice, extracts, 1 cup cherries and gelatin mixture in a blender; cover and process until cherries are pureed. Transfer to a large bowl., In a small bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Remove 1/2 cup whipped cream; reserve for topping. Gently fold remaining whipped cream into cherry mixture. Fold in crushed cookies and remaining chopped cherries. Divide mixture among 8 dessert dishes. Refrigerate at least 2 hours., Serve with reserved whipped cream and optional toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
PRETTY CHERRY PARFAITS
Just the treat you want to serve for a dessert that's fast, lovely and scrumptious!-Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine pie filling and extract; set aside. In a large bowl, combine sour cream and milk. Stir in pudding mix; beat on low speed for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Spoon half into parfait glasses; top with the pie filling. Repeat with remaining pudding mixture. Garnish with whipped topping, almonds and mint if desired. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHERRY AND AMARETTI PARFAITS
The familiarity of cherry cheesecake is reimagined in this surprisingly simple dessert. In each parfait, a quick, creamy ricotta filling is layered over sweetened poached cherries and topped with crumbled almond cookies from the market.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine cherries, water, granulated sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Let cool.
- Meanwhile, blend cream cheese, ricotta, vanilla, confectioners' sugar, and remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt in a food processor until smooth. Divide cherries among 4 glasses, then top each with ricotta mixture. Sprinkle tops with crumbled amaretti cookies, and serve immediately.
CHOCOLATE-AMARETTI PARFAITS
Steps:
- Melt 1 1/2 ounces finely chopped bittersweet chocolate in the microwave; let cool. Mix with 1 1/2 cups mascarpone cheese and 1/3 cup sugar. Layer in glasses with raspberries and crumbled amaretti cookies.
AMARETTO CHEESECAKE
Sometimes the best-loved recipes are the most basic. Just ask my family who raves over this classic amaretto cheesecake. It's rich, creamy and versatile to boot! -Barbara Caine, Sussex, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h30m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, butter and sugar. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the Amaretto, extracts and salt. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place pan on a baking sheet., Bake at 325° until center is almost set, 55-60 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Combine the sour cream, sugar and almond extract; spread over top of cheesecake. Bake 5 minutes longer., Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 632 calories, Fat 43g fat (27g saturated fat), Cholesterol 199mg cholesterol, Sodium 423mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 10g protein.
Tips:
- If you don't have any amaretti cookies, you can use other types of cookies, such as shortbread or vanilla wafers.
- You can also use other types of fruit in this parfait, such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries.
- If you don't have any heavy cream, you can use whipped topping or yogurt instead.
- To make a non-alcoholic version of this parfait, omit the amaretto liqueur.
- You can also make this parfait ahead of time. Simply assemble the parfaits and then refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Cherry and amaretti parfaits are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with layers of fresh cherries, amaretti cookies, whipped cream, and a sweet cherry sauce. These parfaits are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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