PARADISE PARFAITS

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I depend on pudding and chopped fruit for dessert. My parfait, for instance, give fresh fruit, vanilla pudding and crunchy nuts a fun twist with cookie crumbs and coconuts.-Lee Ann Odell, Erie , Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cold fat-free milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant French vanilla pudding mix
1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
16 reduced-fat vanilla wafers, divided
1 medium firm banana, sliced
4 tablespoons chopped walnuts, toasted
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
3/4 cup halved green grapes
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Whisk in extract. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Refrigerate for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, coarsely crush 12 wafers; set aside. In parfait glasses, layer banana slices, half of the cookie crumbs, half of the walnuts and pudding and all of the strawberries. Top with the remaining cookie crumbs and pudding, all of the grapes and remaining nuts. Garnish with toasted coconut and a whole vanilla wafer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 484mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Ch Ibaad
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This is a great recipe for a healthy breakfast or snack.


Star Sikora
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I've never made a parfait before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were great.


Kholofelo Mahlake
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my parfait didn't turn out as good as the picture.


IDEAL IME
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I had some trouble finding some of the ingredients, but it was worth it. This parfait is delicious!


Naveed ahmad Naveed ahmad
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


estell staten
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I'm not a big fan of parfaits, but this one is really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Janeth García
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This is the best parfait recipe I've ever tried. The flavors are amazing.


Hawantu Saccoh
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a family favorite!


Ronan greene
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile and I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.


Carley Brown
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Easy to make and so refreshing! The parfait is a great way to start the day.


Aston Brown
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Absolutely delicious! I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge hit. The combination of flavors and textures is perfect.