Strawberry Parfaits

Health score
8%
Strawberry Parfaits
45 min.
4
357kcal

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Indulge in the delightful layers of our Strawberry Parfaits, a decadent yet surprisingly light dessert that is sure to impress your family and friends. Perfect for any occasion, from summer gatherings to cozy evenings at home, this treat combines the natural sweetness of strawberries with the rich creaminess of ricotta cheese.

What sets this recipe apart is its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. The crunch of amaretti cookie crumbs creates an excellent contrast to the smooth ricotta mixture, while the fresh strawberry puree adds a vibrant, fruity punch. Each layer bursts with taste and makes every bite a delightful experience.

Not only is this dessert delicious, but it also comes together in just 45 minutes and can be made ahead of time—perfect for entertaining! With only a few simple ingredients, including fresh strawberries and fat-free ricotta, you'll find this recipe as easy to make as it is enjoyable to eat. Plus, it’s a guilt-free indulgence at just 357 calories per serving!

So why wait? Dive into this beautifully arranged Strawberry Parfait and treat yourself to a dessert that looks as good as it tastes. Your sweet cravings will thank you!

Ingredients

  • cup amaretti cookie crumbs ( 8 cookies)
  • cup whole-milk ricotta cheese fat-free
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • tablespoons slivered almonds toasted
  • cups strawberries divided sliced
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoon water 
  • 0.5 cup non-dairy whipped topping frozen thawed reduced-calorie

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • whisk
  • blender

Directions

  1. Place 2 cups of strawberry slices and granulated sugar in a blender or food processor, and process until smooth. Set strawberry puree aside.
  2. Combine ricotta and next 4 ingredients (ricotta through vanilla) in a medium bowl; stir well with a whisk. Spoon 2 tablespoons cookie crumbs into each of 4 parfait glasses. Top each portion with 2 tablespoons strawberry puree, 1/4 cup strawberry slices, and 3 tablespoons ricotta mixture; repeat the layers.
  3. Drizzle the remaining strawberry puree over each serving. Chill for 2 hours. Top each parfait with 2 tablespoons whipped topping and 1 1/2 teaspoons almonds.

Nutrition Facts

Calories357kcal
Protein11.64%
Fat14.54%
Carbs73.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.02
Glycemic Load
12.04
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.842608666938%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.54mg
Petunidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
35.78mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
4.54mg
Epigallocatechin
1.25mg
Epicatechin
0.63mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.4mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.74mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.62mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:356.66kcal
17.83%
Fat:5.84g
8.98%
Saturated Fat:1.47g
9.21%
Carbohydrates:66.65g
22.22%
Net Carbohydrates:62.05g
22.56%
Sugar:54.32g
60.36%
Cholesterol:10.03mg
3.34%
Sodium:160.87mg
6.99%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:10.5g
21.01%
Vitamin C:84.67mg
102.63%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.66%
Fiber:4.6g
18.4%
Calcium:141.97mg
14.2%
Vitamin E:1.74mg
11.63%
Folate:37.04µg
9.26%
Magnesium:33.03mg
8.26%
Potassium:268.32mg
7.67%
Iron:1.19mg
6.62%
Phosphorus:65.61mg
6.56%
Copper:0.12mg
6.21%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.99%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.83%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.75%
Vitamin K:3.47µg
3.3%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.12%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.47%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.04%
Selenium:1.13µg
1.61%
Source:My Recipes