Best 7 Apricot Ginger Pear Parfaits Recipes

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Apricot ginger pear parfaits are a delightful and refreshing dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a combination of sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, these parfaits are sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are looking for a light and healthy snack or a show-stopping dessert, apricot ginger pear parfaits are the perfect choice. Made with fresh apricots, pears, and ginger, these parfaits are packed with flavor and nutrients. The combination of yogurt, granola, and honey adds a creamy, crunchy, and sweet touch to the parfait, making it a well-balanced and satisfying treat.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APRICOT GINGER PEAR PARFAITS



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Categories     Dessert     Picnic     Yogurt     Lemon     Pear     Apricot     Spring     Cinnamon     Simmer     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 firm-ripe pears (3 pounds)
5 oz dried apricots (preferably California; 1 heaping cup)
4 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1/2 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
4 (4- by 1-inch) strips fresh lemon zest
1 (3-inch) piece cinnamon stick
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 (8-ounce) container nonfat vanilla yogurt
Garnish: diced fresh pear and dried apricot slivers
Special Equipment
a food mill fitted with medium disk

Steps:

  • Peel 4 pears (2 pounds) and coarsely chop (including cores), then transfer to a 3- to 4-quart saucepan. Add apricots, ginger, water, 2 tablespoons sugar, zest, cinnamon stick, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice and simmer, covered, until pears are very tender, about 20 minutes. Discard cinnamon stick and force mixture through food mill into a bowl. If desired, stir in up to 1 tablespoon additional sugar and cool sauce.
  • While sauce is cooling, peel, core, and finely dice (1/3 inch) remaining 2 pears (1 pound), then toss with remaining tablespoon lemon juice in a bowl.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup sauce into each of 6 (8-ounce) glasses and top each serving with 2 tablespoons diced pear. Then spread 2 tablespoons yogurt in each glass and top with 2 more tablespoons diced pear and 1/4 cup sauce.

GINGERY FRUIT SALAD PARFAIT



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup fresh blackberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh strawberries
4 cups low-fat Greek yogurt, divided
1 cup your favorite granola

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, add 1 cup water, the ginger, honey, orange juice, lemon zest and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer about 10 minutes.
  • Put the fruit into a large bowl and pour the ginger sauce over top. Toss gently to combine. Place 1 cup Greek yogurt into 4 individual serving cups. Top with some granola and spoon over some of the fruit and sauce. Serve immediately.

PEAR-GINGER PARFAIT



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 Bosc pears, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/3-inch pieces
Juice of 1 lemon
1 cinnamon stick
2 cloves
3 tablespoons candied ginger, minced, plus more for garnish
1/4 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
4 ounces mascarpone
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons maple syrup
Ginger cookie thins, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine pears, lemon juice, cinnamon stick, cloves, ginger, and apple juice. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 4 minutes until pears are crisp-tender. Transfer to a bowl and let cool to room temperature.
  • Remove cinnamon stick and cloves before assembling the parfait.
  • In a large bowl, whip cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone with vanilla and maple syrup and fold into cream.
  • Divide half the pears between 4 glasses and top with half the mascarpone mixture. Repeat layers with remaining pears and cream, and garnish with candied ginger and ginger cookies.

PEAR PARFAITS



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It's a snap to make these parfaits since they're comprised of only four ingredients. My husband and I enjoy this handy dessert.-Heather Kobe, Vancouver, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups vanilla yogurt
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) sliced pears, well drained
1-1/4 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (about 7 whole crackers)

Steps:

  • Combine yogurt and sugar. Place three to four pear slices in each of four parfait glasses; top each with 2 tablespoons cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons yogurt mixture. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with remaining crumbs. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 185mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

CRYSTALLIZED GINGER AND APRICOT BARS



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Crystallized ginger and apricot preserves make a winning combo in my book. Thanks and happy cooking!

Provided by StickySue

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Apricot

Time 3h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons chopped crystallized ginger
½ teaspoon ginger
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter-flavored shortening (such as Crisco®)
½ cup white sugar
2 egg yolks
1 tablespoon cold water
½ cup apricot preserves

Steps:

  • Whisk flour, crystallized ginger, ground ginger, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Beat shortening and sugar together in a bowl until smooth and creamy. Add egg yolks 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat flour mixture and cold water into egg mixture until dough is well-combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Press chilled dough into a 7x11-inch baking dish. Spread apricot preserves over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown around the edges, 35 to 40 minutes. Cool for 1 hour before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.8 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 51.2 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 84.1 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

APRICOT GINGER SCONES



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My dd and I love to go for tea at a great little tea place here in Mesa...I have been trying to duplicate their Apricot Ginger scones and have finally come close (Thanks to Mean Chef's Buttermilk Scone recipe)

Provided by dukeswalker

Categories     Scones

Time 35m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup butter, cut into tablespoon size pieces
1 cup buttermilk
1/3 cup dried apricot, chopped
2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, chopped

Steps:

  • Put dry ingredients in food processor, pulse to mix.
  • Add butter, pulse until butter is mixed through.
  • Place flour/butter mixture in bowl.
  • Add apricots, ginger and buttermilk and mix with a fork until a rough dough forms.
  • Place on floured work surface.
  • Form into a disk about 1 1/2 inches high, cut disk in half and in half again.
  • Cut each of the 4 pieces either into thirds to get 12 or in half again to get 8.
  • OR cut with large cookie cutter, cutting straight down (don't twist) and don't pat dough more that 2 times total.
  • Place on silpat or parchment lined sheet pan and freeze for 20 minutes+.
  • Bake for about 12 minutes at 400.

APRICOT GINGER PORK CHOPS



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Make and share this Apricot Ginger Pork Chops recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kitcharen

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 boneless pork chops
1/2 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Mix together the preserves, soy sauce, ginger and water. Reserve 1/4 cup.
  • Marinate the pork chops in the mixture for one hour turning once to make sure all of the pork gets seasoned. Do not use a metal bowl to marinate.
  • Remove chops from marinade and place on a broiler pan previously sprayed lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Discard used marinade.
  • Broil the pork chops about 5 inches from heat until juices run clear (about 4-5 minutes each side).
  • Spoon or brush the reserved mixture on the pork chops and broil for one minute longer.
  • Serve.
  • Always make sure pork is fully cooked before eating!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 124, Sodium 348.4, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 40.5

Tips:

  • Utilize ripe fruits: For the best flavor and texture, choose ripe and flavorful fruits. Slightly underripe fruits can be used, but they may not have the same sweetness and juiciness.
  • Chill before serving: The parfaits should be chilled before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the parfait to set. Chilling also helps the parfait hold its shape.
  • Experiment with different layering: Feel free to experiment with different layering combinations to create your unique parfait. You can also add additional ingredients like nuts, seeds, or granola for extra texture and flavor.
  • Make it a fun activity: Involving kids in the parfait-making process can be a fun and educational activity. They can help with tasks like measuring ingredients, layering the parfait, and decorating it with their favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Apricot-ginger-pear parfaits are a delicious and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. They are packed with nutrients and antioxidants from the fruits and yogurt, making them a healthy and satisfying choice. With their vibrant colors and layers of flavors and textures, these parfaits are sure to impress your taste buds and brighten up your day. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's create a culinary masterpiece together!

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