Indulge in a delectable journey of flavors with our exquisite Ladyfinger Parfaits. These elegant and versatile desserts combine the delicate crunch of ladyfingers, the velvety smoothness of creamy fillings, and the vibrant burst of fresh fruit. Discover three tantalizing recipes that cater to every palate and occasion. Dive into the classic delight of our Vanilla Bean Ladyfinger Parfaits, where Madagascar vanilla beans elevate the rich custard filling to new heights. For a burst of tangy freshness, try our Lemon Meringue Ladyfinger Parfaits, featuring a luscious lemon curd filling topped with fluffy meringue. And for a tropical twist, our Passion Fruit Ladyfinger Parfaits transport you to a world of exotic flavors, with a creamy passion fruit filling and a vibrant passion fruit sauce. Each recipe offers step-by-step instructions, ensuring a perfect execution that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
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TIRAMISU PARFAITS
As a mouthwatering finale, Nancy Granaman of Burlington, Iowa whips up her tiramisu and serves it in pretty parfait glasses. "These are a long-time favorite dessert," she comments. "I think they look so pretty with a drizzle of chocolate, sprinkle of mini chips or cocoa on top."-Nancy Granaman, Burlington, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Dissolve coffee in boiling water; cool to room temperature. In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mixes for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. In another large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually fold in pudding., Place ladyfinger cubes in a bowl; add coffee and toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes., Divide half of the ladyfinger cubes among six parfait glasses or serving dishes. Top with half of the pudding mixture, 1 cup whipped topping and 1 tablespoon chocolate chips. Repeat layers., Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Just before serving, dust with cocoa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
LADYFINGERS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Line two 17 x 12 inch baking sheets with baking parchment. Fit large pastry bag with a plain 1/2 inch round tube.
- Place egg whites in bowl and beat on high until soft peaks start to form. Slowly add 2 tablespoons of the sugar and continue beating until stiff and glossy. In another bowl beat egg yolks and remaining sugar. Whip until thick and very pale in color.
- Sift flour and baking powder together on a sheet of wax paper. Fold half the egg whites into the egg yolk mixture. Fold in flour, and then add the remaining egg whites. Transfer mixture to pastry bag and pipe out onto prepared baking sheet. Bake 8 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 25 calories, Carbohydrate 4.6 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 11 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
TIRAMISU PARFAIT WITH HOMEMADE LADYFINGERS
A simple, yet rich dessert... I got this recipe from several different places and changed it a bit to be my own... you need ramekins, a sifter, a mixer, a refrigerator, wax paper, a spatula, and baking pans.
Provided by Kyle Adamson
Categories Dessert
Time 4h8m
Yield 6 ramekins, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Homemade Ladyfingers:.
- Take cream cheese out of the fridge and set aside to become room temperature.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.Get your pastry or ziplock bag ready. For the ziplock, cut a small opening (about 3/4 of an inch) on one of the bottom edges of the bag.
- In your mixer put on the whipping tool. Beat the egg yolks and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar on high speed for about 5 minutes or until the mixture becomes thick and pale yellow. (When you raise the beaters the batter should fall back into the bowl in a slow ribbon.) Beat in the vanilla extract. Remove egg yolks from this bowl and put in a large separate bowl. Sift the loose flour over the batter but do not mix inches Rinse out the mixer bowl and the whipping tool to start the next mixture.
- In the same bowl you just rinsed, whip the egg whites until soft peaks form (when the eggs begin to look like spongy whipped cream, not quite as thick though). Slowly add the other 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar and whip until stiff peaks form (when the mixture is just like cool whip -- WARNING: it won't taste like cool whip).
- Hand stir the white mixture into the yolk mixture in three additions. Remember: only until it is mixed together -- no further! Put the batter in the pastry bag and squeeze the batter into 15 3-5 inch long ladyfingers on the wax paper covered baking sheet or sheets. Leave at least a one inch space between the ladyfingers.
- When you are out of batter, place the powdered sugar in a wire strainer, and lightly sift the sugar over the tops of the cookies. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the ladyfingers are firm but barely browned and are still spongy when pressed with a finger. While baking, rinse all of your dirty dishes for the next steps. WARNING: If your oven seems a little steamy while baking, don't worry mine does that too --.
- Remove the baking sheets from the oven. Let the ladyfingers cool for a few minutes and release them from the wax paper with a spatula while they are still warm. Don't let them completely cool before removing them from the wax paper because they stick and its hard to remove them without breaking. Finish cooling the ladyfingers on the wire rack and set aside, for we will use them in the future!
- Tiramisu Parfaits:.
- Turn off the oven, you don't need it anymore. Whip your whipping cream until it reaches soft peaks, then mix in sugar until it reaches soft peaks. Slowly add 3 TBSP of sugar. Beat until stiff peaks. Take the cream out and put aside in a separate bowl. Try not to eat too much of it. You will need it later -- Clean out mixing bowl and whipping attachment once again!
- Place all of the cream cheese in the same mixing bowl used before (less dishes the better!) until smooth and ribbon-like. Dump in 1/2 cup of sugar and 2 tsp vanilla and mix on the mixer's lowest setting. Whisk in half of the whipped cream and 6 TBSP of chopped or grated chocolate pieces. Do not mix! Just stir., by hand until well combined. Then put aside. This is your tiramisu mixture.
- If you are using the powdered espresso, mix it with the hot water now. Take all of the ladyfingers and let them soak in the espresso or dark coffee. Tip: You might need some more liquid for the fingers to soak inches. Once soaked all the way through, place 3/4 of the ladyfingers into the bottom of the ramekins. Make sure that all of the bowls have about the same amount of ladyfingers. Save the other 1/4 for later --.
- Take your tiramisu mixture and evenly distribute it to each of the ramekins. Sift a layer of cocoa powder over each tiramisu, generously -- Place the remaining ladyfingers on top of this layer -- evenly among the bowls --.
- Take the rest of your whipped cream and evenly distribute it among the bowls. Cover each with plastic wrap and put in the fridge for at least four hours. I know, it's a bummer.
- Take them out of the fridge and coat once more with cocoa powder, generously --.
- What are you doing reading this? Go enjoy your dessert with five friends or family -- or if you're a pig, just eat them all yourself!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 865, Fat 52.7, SaturatedFat 27.9, Cholesterol 311.9, Sodium 411.4, Carbohydrate 84, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 48.3, Protein 14.6
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use homemade ladyfingers instead of store-bought.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off.
- To make the parfaits ahead of time, assemble them and then refrigerate them for up to 24 hours.
- Garnish the parfaits with fresh berries, mint, or chocolate shavings before serving.
Conclusion:
Ladyfinger parfaits are a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With their creamy filling, delicate ladyfingers, and fresh fruit, these parfaits are sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these ladyfinger parfaits a try.
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