PRETTY PLUM PARFAITS

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With a plum tree in our backyard, I'm always eager to try new plum recipes. But none of them have beat this wonderful dessert! Light, refreshing and easy to whip up, these fruit parfaits are an ideal summer treats. -Norma Reynolds, York, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

9 to 12 medium medium ripe red or purple plums (2 pounds), sliced
1/2 cup red currant jelly
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 orange zest strip (1 to 3 inches)
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fancy cookies and additional whipped cream and plum slices, optional

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the plums, jelly, brown sugar, orange zest and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until plums are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Discard orange peel and cinnamon stick; coarsely mash plums. Cover and refrigerate. , Just before serving, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat peaks form. Place about 1/4 cup plum mixture each in four chilled parfait glasses; top with 1/4 cup whipped cream. Repeat layers. Top with remaining plum mixture. Garnish with a cookie, dollop of whipped cream and plum slice if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (69g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PRINCELY IKELLE
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These parfaits are the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Me monir Hussain
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I love that these parfaits are made with all natural ingredients. They are a healthy and delicious treat.


Rimes Hochlef
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These parfaits are a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


lukas middelmann
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I made these parfaits for a picnic and they were a big hit. They are easy to transport and they are a great way to keep your food cold.


Pogba Derrick
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These parfaits are so beautiful! I love the way the layers of fruit and granola look.


Francis Shallbest
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I love the combination of plums and granola in these parfaits. It is a unique and delicious flavor combination.


YisoFreyo Wrld 999
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These parfaits are the perfect way to start your day. They are filling and satisfying, and they will give you a boost of energy.


Melissa K
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I made these parfaits for my kids and they loved them! They are a healthy and delicious snack.


Hasti
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These parfaits are so easy to make, and they are a great way to use up leftover fruit.


HelpMeGetChiseled
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can use any type of fruit you like, and you can adjust the sweetness to your taste.


Suzain Zummi
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These parfaits are the perfect summer dessert. They are light and refreshing, and the flavors are amazing.


Heather Visser
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I made these parfaits for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They are so pretty and delicious.


Asad Awan
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These parfaits were so delicious and easy to make! I used frozen plums and they turned out great. The parfaits were the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the granola added a nice crunchy texture. I will definitely be making these again!