Fresh fruit parfaits are a delicious, healthy, and refreshing treat that can be enjoyed year-round and can make for a great snack or dessert. They are a versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your taste. The key to a great parfait is using fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure that your parfait is bursting with flavor. You can also use a variety of different fruits to create a parfait that is both beautiful and delicious.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
FRUITY PARFAITS
These parfaits make for a quick and easy breakfast treat, after-school snack or healthy dessert! Use any fruit you have on hand and try different fruit for variety!
Provided by Mott's
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Spoon 1/4 cup yogurt into bottoms of four parfait glasses.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs over yogurt in each glass.
- Top crumbs with 1/4 cup diced fruit. Top fruit with 1/4 cup applesauce. Repeat layers. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Carbohydrate 49.4 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 1.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 42.5 g
FRESH FRUIT PARFAITS
"I fix this simple recipe when I want to prepare something impressive for company," notes Karin Christian of Plano, Texas. "It makes a low-calorie breakfast that feels indulgent."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine yogurt and whipped topping; set aside 4 teaspoons for topping. Spoon half of the remaining yogurt mixture into four parfait glasses; layer with half of the banana, sliced strawberries, pineapple and blueberries. Repeat layers. , Top each parfait with reserved yogurt mixture and a whole strawberry. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 2g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRESH FRUIT BREAKFAST PARFAITS
We were served this at a B&B in Grass Valley, CA. It is so simple and so tasty! You can use any mix of fruit you have on hand.
Provided by cyndig
Categories Breakfast
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place ½ of the bananas and ½ of the strawberries in each of 2 parfait glasses.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of brown sugar over each.
- Top with each with ½ of the yogurt and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116.2, Fat 2.2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 7.4, Sodium 29, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 16, Protein 2.9
FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT WITH LEMON-POPPY SEED YOGURT
Steps:
- In a medium bowl place cut fruit, blueberries, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon sugar. Mix well and macerate for about 10 to 15 minutes. This will allow fruit to be infused with lemon juice and sugar. Meanwhile in a small bowl stir 2 cups of lowfat yogurt and poppy seeds. In clear glasses, layer the ingredients starting with the fruit mixture then next layer with yogurt, then fruit, then yogurt. Repeat these steps until you have filled the glasses. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
YOGURT AND FRUIT PARFAITS
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Layer 1/3 cup vanilla yogurt into the bottom each of 4 tall glasses. Combine defrosted strawberries and juice with fresh berries. Alternate layers of fruit and granola with yogurt until glasses are filled to the top. Serve parfaits immediately to keep granola crunchy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calorie, Fat 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 4 milligrams, Sodium 124 milligrams, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 11 grams, Sugar 27 grams
FRESH FRUIT YOGURT PARFAIT
From Sue Bee Honey website. Use a combination of (seasonal) fresh fruit that is available where you live! A no guilt dessert!
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Dessert
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Slightly soften the honey in the microwave so that it is easier to stir. Cool.
- In a bowl, combine the softened honey with the plain yogurt and vanilla extract.
- Using parfait glasses, layer the honey mixture alternately with the fruit and granola, ending with granola on top.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.5, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 15.9, Sodium 61, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 24.3, Protein 6.6
FRUIT PARFAITS
Treat your family (and yourself!) to these luscious Fruit Parfaits. These Fruits Parfaits include fresh strawberries and creamy COOL WHIP LITE topping.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Superfood Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place berries into 6 parfait glasses. Add boiling water to gelatin mix in medium bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Add cold water and ice cubes; stir until ice is melted. Pour 3/4 cup evenly over berries. Refrigerate 20 min. or until gelatin is set but not firm. Meanwhile, let remaining gelatin stand at room temperature until cooled and ready to be used.
- Add 1 cup COOL WHIP to remaining gelatin; stir with whisk until blended. Spoon over gelatin in glasses.
- Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm. Serve topped with remaining COOL WHIP.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 40 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0.7262 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, ripe fruit. This will ensure that your parfait is flavorful and delicious.
- Use a variety of fruits. This will add color, flavor, and texture to your parfait.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add nuts, seeds, granola, or yogurt to your parfait for a unique twist.
- Make sure your parfait is chilled before serving. This will help to keep the fruit and yogurt cold and refreshing.
- Garnish your parfait with a sprig of mint or a sprinkle of cinnamon. This will add a touch of elegance and make your parfait look even more appealing.
Conclusion:
Fruit parfaits are a delicious and healthy way to start your day or enjoy as a snack. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a fruit parfait recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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