Are you in search of a delightful and refreshing treat that combines sweet and juicy pears with cool, creamy layers? Look no further than pear parfaits! These elegant desserts are easy to make and offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're looking for a light and fruity dessert after a meal or a special treat for a special occasion, pear parfaits are sure to impress your taste buds and delight your senses.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
PEAR PARFAITS
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
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.
APRICOT GINGER PEAR PARFAITS
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.
SAUTEED PEAR PARFAITS
Rosemary dots these sugared pear desserts.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt the butter and sugar in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring frequently until sugar begins to caramelize, about 2 minutes. Add the pears and rosemary, raise heat to high, and cook, stirring occasionally, until pears are browned and caramelized all over, 3 to 5 minutes. (If pears begin to burn, reduce heat to medium.) Remove the pears, and spread out on a plate to cool.
- Place saute pan back on high heat, and add 1/4 cup water, stirring up the browned sugar and butter. Cook, stirring and swirling pan, until reduced to a thick syrup.
- Layer pears in four small glasses, alternating with the sour cream for two layers of each. Drizzle some of the syrup over each serving, sprinkle with crystal sugar, and serve.
Tips:
- Choose ripe pears: Use ripe pears for the best flavor and texture. If your pears are not ripe, you can ripen them by placing them in a paper bag with an apple or banana for a few days.
- Use good quality yogurt: The yogurt you use will make a big difference in the taste of your parfait. Use a thick, creamy yogurt that is plain or flavored with vanilla or honey.
- Add some crunch: To add some crunch to your parfait, sprinkle some granola, chopped nuts, or crumbled cookies on top.
- Make it a party: Pear parfaits are a great dessert for parties. You can make them ahead of time and store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.
Conclusion:
Pear parfaits are a delicious and easy dessert that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are a great way to use up ripe pears and are also a healthy and satisfying snack. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a pear parfait recipe that everyone will love.
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