Tropical Sorbet and Ice Cream Parfaits

Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Tropical Sorbet and Ice Cream Parfaits
45 min.
4
535kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful Tropical Sorbet and Ice Cream Parfait that transports you straight to a sun-soaked paradise! This elegant dessert, perfect for any occasion, combines the luscious flavors of ripe mango and fresh pineapple, creating a refreshing harmony that's gluten-free and utterly satisfying.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this vibrant treat, which serves four lucky guests. The highlight of this parfait is its creamy layers of mango sorbet and vanilla ice cream, artfully arranged and complemented by a homemade caramel-lime sauce that adds a zesty twist. Each spoonful bursts with tropical goodness, while the flaked coconut provides a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the smooth textures of the sorbet and ice cream.

This dessert not only looks stunning in its parfait glasses but also promises to wow your guests with its unique combination of flavors and textures. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself on a warm day, this Tropical Sorbet and Ice Cream Parfait is sure to impress. So gather your ingredients and prepare to dive into a tropical escape with every delicious bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime zest grated
  • cup mangos diced pitted peeled
  • 1.3 cups mango sorbet 
  • cup pineapple fresh cored peeled chopped
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.8 cup coconut or sweetened flaked
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()
  • 1.3 cups whipped cream 
  • 0.5 cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Melt butter in heavy small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk in brown sugar and cream; bring to boil.
  3. Add lime juice, lime peel and salt. Boil until sauce is reduced to 3/4 cup, whisking occasionally, about 2 minutes. Set caramel-lime sauce aside.
  4. Place 1/3 cup sorbet in each of 4 parfait glasses or wineglasses. Top sorbet with 1/4 cup pineapple, 1/4 cup mango, 2 tablespoons coconut, 2 tablespoons sauce and 1/3 cup ice cream.
  5. Sprinkle each parfait with 1 tablespoon coconut and drizzle with 1 tablespoon sauce.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories535kcal
Protein3.37%
Fat43.12%
Carbs53.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.85
Glycemic Load
11.84
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
10.175652244817%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.71mg
Eriodictyol
0.08mg
Hesperetin
0.44mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:534.6kcal
26.73%
Fat:26.21g
40.32%
Saturated Fat:17.68g
110.47%
Carbohydrates:73.17g
24.39%
Net Carbohydrates:68.98g
25.08%
Sugar:63.04g
70.04%
Cholesterol:68.03mg
22.68%
Sodium:144.79mg
6.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.61g
9.21%
Vitamin C:36.37mg
44.09%
Manganese:0.58mg
29.18%
Vitamin A:1269.74IU
25.39%
Fiber:4.2g
16.79%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.52%
Calcium:112.73mg
11.27%
Potassium:330.52mg
9.44%
Phosphorus:91.82mg
9.18%
Copper:0.17mg
8.34%
Folate:29.91µg
7.48%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.23%
Magnesium:28.38mg
7.09%
Selenium:4.94µg
7.06%
Vitamin E:0.96mg
6.38%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.72%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.79%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.46%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.95%
Iron:0.7mg
3.87%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.85%
Vitamin B3:0.7mg
3.51%
Vitamin K:3.62µg
3.45%
Source:Epicurious