Best 5 Fruit And Cream Parfaits Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our curated collection of fruit and cream parfaits. These elegant layered desserts combine the refreshing sweetness of seasonal fruits with the rich creaminess of homemade whipped cream or yogurt, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic combination of strawberries and cream to the tropical medley of mango, pineapple, and passion fruit, each parfait offers a unique taste experience. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing breakfast option, an elegant dessert to impress your guests, or a healthy snack to satisfy your sweet cravings, our fruit and cream parfaits have you covered.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

YOGURT AND FRUIT PARFAITS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups vanilla nonfat yogurt
1 cup fresh or defrosted frozen strawberries in juice
1 pint fresh blackberries, raspberries or blueberries
1 cup good quality granola

Steps:

  • Layer 1/3 cup vanilla yogurt into the bottom each of 4 tall glasses. Combine defrosted strawberries and juice with fresh berries. Alternate layers of fruit and granola with yogurt until glasses are filled to the top. Serve parfaits immediately to keep granola crunchy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calorie, Fat 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 124 milligrams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 27 grams

FRESH FRUIT PARFAITS



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"I fix this simple recipe when I want to prepare something impressive for company," notes Karin Christian of Plano, Texas. "It makes a low-calorie breakfast that feels indulgent."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup mixed berry yogurt
3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping
1 cup sliced ripe banana
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1 cup fresh blueberries
4 whole strawberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine yogurt and whipped topping; set aside 4 teaspoons for topping. Spoon half of the remaining yogurt mixture into four parfait glasses; layer with half of the banana, sliced strawberries, pineapple and blueberries. Repeat layers. , Top each parfait with reserved yogurt mixture and a whole strawberry. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 2g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CREAMY FRUIT AND PUDDING PARFAITS



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Need an impressive dessert for a dozen? These fruit and pudding parfaits boast angel food cake, whipped topping, plus a few unexpected ingredients.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 2h20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 Tbsp. orange juice
1/4 tsp. almond extract
1 pkg. (10 oz.) prepared angel food cake, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 pkg. (3.4 oz. each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding
2-1/2 cups cold milk
1-1/2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided
2 pkg. (12 oz. each) frozen unsweetened mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries), thawed, well drained

Steps:

  • Mix juice and extract until blended. Drizzle over cake cubes in large bowl; toss to evenly coat.
  • Beat pudding mixes and milk in medium bowl with whisk 2 min. Stir in 1 cup COOL WHIP.
  • Place half the cake cubes in 12 dessert dishes; top with layers of half each of the berries and pudding mixture. Repeat layers.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours. Top with remaining COOL WHIP just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 4.1906 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

COOKIES-AND-CREAM PARFAITS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Make 2 layers of vanilla pudding, crushed chocolate wafer cookies and whipped cream in tall glasses. Top each with a cookie.

CHEESECAKE BERRY PARFAITS



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The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. -Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 2 parfaits.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ounces cream cheese, softened
4 teaspoons sugar
2/3 cup whipped topping
1-1/2 cups mixed fresh berries
Additional whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Fold in whipped topping., In each of 2 parfait glasses, layer a fourth of the cream cheese mixture and a fourth of the berries. Repeat layers. Top with additional whipped topping if desired. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 4g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, fresh fruit. This will give your parfaits the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of fruits. This will make your parfaits more visually appealing and flavorful.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add honey, maple syrup, chocolate chips, or nuts to your parfaits to create your own unique flavor combinations.
  • Make sure your yogurt is cold before assembling the parfaits. This will help them stay cold and refreshing.
  • Layer the parfaits in a clear glass or jar. This will allow you to see all the different layers of fruit, yogurt, and granola.
  • Serve the parfaits immediately. This will prevent the fruit from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Fruit and cream parfaits are a delicious and healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of fruits, yogurt, and granola to choose from, the possibilities are endless. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy treat, try making a fruit and cream parfait.

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