Best 8 Cheery Cherry Parfaits Recipes

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In the realm of delectable desserts, the cheery cherry parfait stands as a culinary masterpiece that captivates the senses with its symphony of flavors and textures. This iconic treat is a delightful arrangement of layers, starting with a foundation of creamy vanilla yogurt and topped with a medley of fresh, plump cherries that burst with natural sweetness and a hint of tartness. Delicate layers of crunchy granola and creamy whipped cream add contrasting textures, while a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of toasted nuts provides the perfect finishing touch. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the delightful world of cheery cherry parfaits, exploring the secrets behind creating this timeless dessert that is sure to bring joy to any occasion.

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CHERRY PARFAIT



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup canned cherry pie filling
1 cup vanilla frozen yogurt or light ice cream, softened slightly
1 cup nondairy whipped topping or whipped cream
8 tablespoons candied nuts (pecans, walnuts, peanuts)

Steps:

  • Fill 1/2 cup pie filling into 4 tall glasses. Top with 1/2 cup frozen yogurt. Top with remaining pie filling and remaining yogurt and spoon whipped topping over the top. Sprinkle with nuts and serve.

CHEERY CHERRY PARFAITS



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For a change of pace, layer the pudding with peach, strawberry or blueberry pie filling.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups whole milk
1 package (3.3 ounces) instant white chocolate pudding mix
8 date oatmeal cookies, coarsely crumbled
1 cup cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Spoon 1/4 cup pudding into each of four parfait glasses. , Layer each with 1/3 cup cookie crumbs and 1/4 cup pie filling. Top with the remaining pudding and cookie crumbs. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (46g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PRETTY CHERRY PARFAITS



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Just the treat you want to serve for a dessert that's fast, lovely and scrumptious!-Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cold milk
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix
Whipped topping, sliced almonds and fresh mint, optional

Steps:

  • Combine pie filling and extract; set aside. In a large bowl, combine sour cream and milk. Stir in pudding mix; beat on low speed for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Spoon half into parfait glasses; top with the pie filling. Repeat with remaining pudding mixture. Garnish with whipped topping, almonds and mint if desired. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHERRIES JUBILEE ICE CREAM PARFAITS



Cherries Jubilee Ice Cream Parfaits image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12-ounce) bag frozen cherries
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cups vanilla ice cream
16 chocolate cream cookies, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries, sugar, and orange juice. Bring it to a simmer. In a small bowl, stir together the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water to make a slurry. Stir the slurry into the cherry mixture and simmer until it thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
  • In parfait glasses, put a small scoop of ice cream, a spoonful or 2 of the cherry mixture, and some of the cookie pieces. Repeat 2 to 3 times to fill up the glass. Serve immediately.

CHOCOLATE AND VANILLA PARFAITS WITH CHERRY SAUCE



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Categories     Chocolate     Dairy     Egg     Dessert     Freeze/Chill     Frozen Dessert     Cherry     Vanilla     Bon Appétit

Number Of Ingredients 15

For cherry sauce
1 1/2 pounds frozen unsweetend cherries, thawed, juices reserved
1/2 cup sugar
For chocolate parfait
7 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 large eggs
3 large egg yolks
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups chilled whipping cream
For vanilla parfait
2 large eggs
3 large egg yolks
1/3 cup sugar
1 1/2 cup chilled whipped cream
1 vanilla bean, split lenghtwise

Steps:

  • Make cherry sauce:
  • Stir cheryy juices and sugar in medium saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat; boil 5 minutes. Add cherries; return to boil. Refrigerate until cold. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
  • Make chocolate parfait:
  • Place chocolate in medium metal bowl set over saucepan of barely simmering water (do not let bottom of bowl touch water). Whisk constantly until very thick and thermometer registers 160°F, about 5 minutes.
  • Beat cream in medium bowl to soft peaks. Gently fold chocolate, then cream into egg mixture. Spoon chocolate parfait into 8 pilsner glasses or goblets. Freeze.
  • Make vanilla parfait:
  • Combine eggs yolk and sugar in small metal bowl. Set over saucepan of barely simmering water (do not allow bottom of bowl to touch water.) Whisk constantly until mixture is very thick and thermometer registers 160°F, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Beat with electric mixture until cool and very fluffy, about 5 minutes.
  • Place cream in medium bowl. Scrape seeds from vanilla bean; beat to soft peaks. Fold cream into egg mixture. spoon vanilla parfait atop chocolate parfait. Cover; freeze 4 hours or up to 3 days.
  • Spoon cherry sauce atop parfaits.

PRETTY CHERRY PARFAITS



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I can't remember where I got this recipe, maybe a magazine. This is a quick & easy recipe, and tastes great. Also an easy one for kids to make or help with.

Provided by Nicole Brummett

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cold milk
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding
whipped topping
chopped almonds

Steps:

  • Combine filling and extract; set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine sour cream and milk.
  • Stir in pudding mix; beat on low speed for 2 minutes.
  • Spoon half of pudding mixture into large glasses; top with half of pie filling.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Garnish with whipped topping and almonds.
  • Refrigerate until serving.

MARASCHINO CHERRY PARFAITS



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Layer maraschino liqueur-soaked sweet cherries with a tangy yogurt cream and chewy meringue cookies for a dessert that tastes both heart-warmingly retro and totally modern.

Provided by Claire Saffitz

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dessert     Cherry     Almond     Yogurt     Sour Cream     Liqueur     Summer

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

For the homemade maraschino cherries:
3 pounds fresh cherries, pits removed
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup Luxardo maraschino liqueur or kirsch (clear cherry brandy)
1 teaspoon almond extract
For the parfaits:
2 1/2 cups plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
2 1/2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
Pinch of kosher salt
8 vanilla meringue cookies, broken into pieces
1 pound fresh cherries, pits removed
Special Equipment
A heatproof 1-quart jar

Steps:

  • Make the Maraschino cherries:
  • Set a mesh sieve over a medium bowl. Bring cherries, sugar, lemon juice, and 2/3 cup water to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally; cook until cherries have released their juices and are softened but still intact, 20-25 minutes. Pour cherries into prepared sieve, letting juices collect in bowl. Set cherries aside.
  • Return juices to same saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until liquid is reduced to 1 1/2 cups (it will be a thin syrup at this point), 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat, add reserved cherries, and stir in liqueur and almond extract. Transfer maraschino cherries to jar, cover, and chill at least 24 hours before using.
  • To assemble:
  • Whisk yogurt, sour cream, powdered sugar, and salt in a large bowl until smooth; fold in meringue cookies.
  • Layer maraschino cherries, fresh cherries, and yogurt mixture into 8 glasses, dividing evenly.
  • Do Ahead
  • Maraschino cherries can be made 2 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.

DRIED CHERRY PARFAIT



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Provided by Florence Fabricant

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup red wine
1 cup dried cherries
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
1/3 cup fromage blanc or small-curd nonfat cottage cheese
1/3 cup whole-milk yogurt

Steps:

  • Warm the wine in a small saucepan. Add the cherries and set aside for 30 minutes. Drain the cherries and spread them on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  • Place half the cherries in each of two large-stemmed goblets. Sprinkle with half the brown sugar.
  • If using fromage blanc, beat it lightly to smooth it. With the cottage cheese, puree it in a blender or force it through a sieve to smooth it. Mix either cheese with the yogurt. Spoon the cheese mixture over the sugared cherries in the goblets, then add the remaining cherries and sprinkle with the rest of the brown sugar on top. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 391, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 78 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 124 milligrams, Sugar 65 grams

Tips:

  • For a creamy parfait, use high-quality vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt.
  • If you don't have any fresh cherries, you can use frozen or canned cherries. Just be sure to thaw them before using.
  • You can also use other fruits in your parfait, such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries.
  • To make a chocolate parfait, simply add a layer of chocolate syrup or chocolate chips to your parfait.
  • You can also add a layer of granola or chopped nuts to your parfait for extra crunch.
  • Garnish your parfait with a cherry or a sprig of mint for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Cherry parfaits are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a beautiful and tasty treat that will impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give cherry parfaits a try!

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