Best 3 Emerils Ambrosia Salad Parfaits Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with Emeril's Ambrosia Salad Parfaits, a delightful layered dessert that combines the vibrant flavors of fresh fruits, creamy pudding, and crunchy granola. This recipe offers a refreshing twist to the classic ambrosia salad, presenting it in elegant parfait glasses.

The parfaits feature layers of juicy pineapple, sweet mandarin oranges, plump grapes, and creamy vanilla pudding, creating a burst of flavors in every bite. The addition of crunchy granola adds a delightful textural contrast, elevating the overall experience. Discover the step-by-step guide to creating this vibrant dessert, along with variations and tips for customizing it to your liking.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

AMBROSIA



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Try Alton Brown's take on the Southern classic ambrosia, a holiday fruit salad with clementines, pineapples, maraschino cherries and even marshmallows.

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 2h30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon sugar
4 ounces sour cream
6 ounces homemade mini marshmallows, approximately 3 cups
1 cup clementine orange segments, approximately 6 clementines
1 cup chopped fresh pineapple
1 cup freshly grated coconut
1 cup toasted, chopped pecans
1/2 cup drained maraschino cherries

Steps:

  • Place the cream and sugar into the bowl of a stand mixer with the whisk attachment and whip until stiff peaks are formed. Add the sour cream and whisk to combine. Add the marshmallows, orange, pineapple, coconut, pecans and cherries and stir to combine. Transfer to a glass serving bowl, cover and place in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.

AMBROSIA PARFAITS



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Enjoy the pineapple, banana and mandarin orange flavors in these creamy yogurt-based treats.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups vanilla fat-free yogurt
1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple in juice, drained
1 medium banana, sliced
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin orange segments in light syrup, drained
1/4 cup flaked coconut, toasted
4 strawberries, sliced

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt and pineapple.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture into each of 4 parfait glasses; top with banana. Spoon 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture onto banana; top with orange segments. Spoon remaining yogurt mixture onto orange segments. Sprinkle with coconut. Garnish with strawberries.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

EMERIL'S LATE-NIGHT PARFAITS



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Play it fast and loose with this easy-to-assemble dessert, which works with any type of cookie or ice cream.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 7m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pint vanilla ice cream
1/2 cup crumbled biscotti cookies or other cookie crumbs of choice
1/4 cup Frangelico or other nut-flavored liqueur
2 tablespoons roughly chopped hazelnuts or walnuts, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Remove the ice cream from the freezer and let it soften slightly, about 5 minutes at room temperature.
  • Into the bottom of four parfait or ice cream dishes, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the vanilla ice cream. Top with about 1/2 tablespoon of the cookie crumbs, and drizzle with 1 1/2 teaspoons of the liqueur. Continue layering the ingredients, ending with liqueur on top.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with the chopped nuts.

Tips:

  • Select ripe and flavorful fruits: Use fresh, ripe fruits for the best flavor and texture. Look for fruits that are brightly colored and have a sweet aroma.
  • Don't overmix the fruit: Gently toss the fruit together to avoid breaking them up. Overmixing can result in a mushy salad.
  • Chill the parfaits before serving: This will help to set the yogurt and make the parfaits more refreshing.
  • Garnish with fresh mint or berries: This will add a pop of color and freshness to the parfaits.
  • Serve the parfaits immediately: The fruit will start to release its juices over time, so it's best to serve the parfaits as soon as they are made.

Conclusion:

Emeril's Ambrosia Salad Parfaits are a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you are looking for a light and healthy snack or a decadent dessert, these parfaits are sure to please. So next time you are craving something sweet, give this recipe a try!

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