Description
These Patriotic Parfaits are a delightful and visually appealing dessert perfect for any patriotic celebration. Layers of angel food cake, fresh berries, and whipped cream create a festive treat that is as delicious as it is eye-catching.
Ingredients
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For the Parfaits:
- 1/2 Angel Food Cake, cut into small chunks
- 1 pint Strawberries, chopped
- 1 pint Blueberries
- 2 cups Whipped cream or Cool Whip
- Grand Marnier (optional)
Instructions
- Gather ingredients. Wash berries. Chop strawberries into 8ths and angel food cake into cubes.
- If making your own whipped cream, prepare it just before assembling the parfaits.
- Layer the parfaits:
– Place a small amount of whipped cream at the bottom of each jar or cup.
– Add a layer of blueberries.
– Follow with a layer of cubed angel food cake.
– Add another layer of whipped cream and cake if space allows.
– Top with chopped strawberries and continue layering as desired.
– Finish with a swirl of whipped cream and a whole strawberry on top. - Optional: For an adult twist, drizzle Grand Marnier or liqueur of choice over the whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Variations:
- Transform into Grand Marnier Parfaits with a liqueur drizzle.
- Experiment with different fruits like raspberries, blackberries, kiwi, peaches, or mangos.
- Add granola or nuts for extra crunch.
- Indulge chocolate lovers with layers of chocolate chips.
- Create a Patriotic Trifle by scaling up the recipe for a stunning dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Parfait
- Calories: 292 kcal
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 222mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 23mg
