Chocolate-Cranberry Parfaits

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Chocolate-Cranberry Parfaits
45 min.
8
364kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful dessert to impress your guests or to enjoy on a special occasion, look no further than these Chocolate-Cranberry Parfaits! Combining the rich, velvety texture of chocolate pudding with the tartness of fresh cranberries, this gluten-free treat is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy any sweet tooth.

Taking only 45 minutes to prepare, these parfaits are not only delicious but also easy to make, making them perfect for both novice and seasoned home cooks. The process begins with a homemade sugar syrup that infuses cranberries, creating a sweet-and-sour burst in every bite. Complementing this fruity goodness is a decadent chocolate pudding, crafted from scratch with the smoothness of mascarpone cheese and the lightness of whipped topping, all perfectly balanced to create a luxurious dessert.

What's more, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is tasty, layered beautifully in bowls or footed glasses, showcasing the vibrant cranberries against the rich chocolate. Each serving is crowned with sugared cranberries that add a delightful crunch. With only 364 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! Treat your family and friends to these Chocolate-Cranberry Parfaits and watch their faces light up with joy!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • cup cranberries fresh
  • large egg yolks 
  • 2.5 cups milk fat-free divided
  • 1.3 cups granulated sugar divided
  • 0.3 cup mascarpone cheese 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate chopped
  • 0.5 cup sugar white
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • cup water 
  • cup non-dairy whipped topping fat-free frozen thawed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • colander

Directions

  1. Combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water in a small heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Bring to a simmer; remove from heat.
  2. Combine the sugar syrup and cranberries in a small bowl. Cover and chill for 4 hours.
  3. Drain cranberries in a colander over a bowl, reserving liquid for another use, if desired.
  4. Place sparkling sugar in a shallow dish.
  5. Add cranberries, rolling to coat.
  6. Spread sugared cranberries in a single layer on a baking sheet; let stand at room temperature 1 hour or until dry.
  7. Combine remaining 1/3 cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a large bowl, stirring well.
  8. Combine 1/2 cup milk and egg yolks in a small bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  9. Heat remaining 2 cups milk in a medium heavy saucepan to 180 or until tiny bubbles form around edge (do not boil). Stir egg yolk mixture into cornstarch mixture. Gradually add half of hot milk to sugar mixture, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  10. Add egg yolk mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly with a whisk.
  11. Remove from heat.
  12. Add vanilla and chocolate, stirring until chocolate melts. Spoon pudding into a bowl; place bowl in a large ice-filled bowl for 15 minutes or until pudding cools, stirring occasionally. Cover surface of pudding with plastic wrap; chill 20 minutes.
  13. Combine whipped topping and mascarpone in a bowl, stirring until well blended. Spoon about 1/3 cup pudding into each of 8 bowls or footed glasses; top each serving with about 3 tablespoons mascarpone mixture and about 2 tablespoons cranberries.

Nutrition Facts

Calories364kcal
Protein5.44%
Fat25.34%
Carbs69.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.54
Glycemic Load
24.99
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.6965217434842%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
5.8mg
Delphinidin
0.96mg
Malvidin
0.05mg
Pelargonidin
0.04mg
Peonidin
6.14mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.55mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.83mg
Quercetin
1.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:364.23kcal
18.21%
Fat:10.38g
15.96%
Saturated Fat:5.81g
36.28%
Carbohydrates:63.79g
21.26%
Net Carbohydrates:62.14g
22.6%
Sugar:56.86g
63.17%
Cholesterol:57.58mg
19.19%
Sodium:120.89mg
5.26%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.11%
100%
Caffeine:12.19mg
4.06%
Protein:5.01g
10.02%
Phosphorus:143.65mg
14.36%
Calcium:139.18mg
13.92%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.37%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.59%
Vitamin B12:0.69µg
11.52%
Copper:0.2mg
10.03%
Magnesium:36.55mg
9.14%
Selenium:5.68µg
8.11%
Vitamin D:1.07µg
7.14%
Vitamin A:346.9IU
6.94%
Potassium:238.12mg
6.8%
Fiber:1.65g
6.59%
Iron:1.12mg
6.23%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.81%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.8%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.69%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.14%
Vitamin E:0.37mg
2.44%
Folate:9.45µg
2.36%
Vitamin C:1.75mg
2.12%
Vitamin K:1.7µg
1.62%
Vitamin B3:0.26mg
1.3%
Source:My Recipes