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    In the Kitch » Recipes » Dessert

    Updated: May 8, 2024 · Published: Jun 22, 2022 by Joss Dyckson · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    Strawberry Parfait

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    This American-style strawberry parfait has multiple layers of crushed Biscoff biscuits, orange liqueur infused strawberries and velvety homemade whipped cream. It's a delicious and easy no-bake dessert.

    Strawberry parfait in a wine glass on light background. Strawberries and dessert spoons on the side.

    The original French version of a parfait is made with a frozen custard base. It’s entirely different from this American-style version with homemade whipped topping and liqueur and no stovetop cooking or freezing time required. Serving them in wine glasses gives this light dessert an upscale look.

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    • 🍓 Ingredients
    • 🥣 How to Make a Strawberry Parfait
    • 💡 Serving Suggestions & Tips
    • ❓ Strawberry Parfait FAQs
    • 🍓 More Amazing Strawberry Recipes
    • 📋Recipe

    🍓 Ingredients

    Strawberry parfait ingredients prepped and labeled.
    • fresh strawberries - The more vibrantly red, the better.
    • orange liqueur - Such as Triple Sec, Grand Marnier or Cointreau. I have tried this recipe with both McGuinness Triple Sec and Grand Marnier. I prefer the Grand Marnier because you get a stronger hit of orange flavor whereas the Triple Sec is more subtle.
    • Lotus Biscoff biscuits - A delicious, crunchy biscuit with a caramelized taste.
    • heavy cream - To make the whipped cream. You can also use pre-made whipped topping.
    • icing sugar - Helps to stabilize and sweeten the whipped cream.
    • vanilla extract - For a bit of flavor in the whipped cream. You can substitute with vanilla powder. The powder still adds flavor but you will be able to see the beautiful black specks throughout the cream.

    *Check for ingredient amounts in recipe card.

    👩🏻‍🍳Chef's Note: The orange liqueur adds some bite to this light dessert, but it can easily be replaced with orange juice or omitted altogether for a non-alcoholic version. You could even try a strawberry liqueur instead of the orange.

    🥣 How to Make a Strawberry Parfait

    Prep the Layers

    • Soak the strawberries. In a medium-size bowl, toss the strawberries with the white sugar and 1 tablespoon orange liqueur. Set aside for 10 minutes.
    • Crush the biscuits. Meanwhile, place the biscoff biscuits in a plastic bag and gently crush them using a rolling pin. They do not have to be fine crumbs. It’s okay to have some bigger bite-size pieces.
    • Whip the cream. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, whip together the heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of orange liqueur, icing sugar and vanilla, just until stiff peaks form. (Careful not to over-whip the cream).

    Assemble the Parfaits

    • Layer the ingredients. In 4 stemless wine glasses, layer 2 tablespoons of the crumbs, 2 tablespoons of the strawberries and some whipped cream, in that order.
    • Repeat. Repeat these layers, ending with whipped cream. Garnish with a few more crumbs and mint leaves.
    • Serve or chill the strawberry parfait. Serve immediately if you like the biscuits crunchy or you can chill them for 2 hours (or up to 1 day) if you like more of a softened biscuit.
    Strawberry parfait in a wine glass with dessert spoons on the side.

    💡 Serving Suggestions & Tips

    It’s no coincidence that I also created this recipe just before Canada Day. If you’re hosting a celebration for Canada Day, this easy, red and white dessert can be served in individual cups or jars for your guests. You can have them prepped and chilled in advance (within 1 day) and they are conveniently portable.

    Local farmers’ markets should be well stocked with this sweet, red berry or maybe you’ve planted your own in your backyard garden. This is the perfect opportunity to use them up in this delightful dessert.

    Typically a strawberry parfait is served in a parfait glass; they are tall and narrow with a short stem. But feel free to break away from that tradition and go with stemless wine glasses instead.

    ❓ Strawberry Parfait FAQs

    What is a strawberry parfait made of?

    The French version has a custard base. In the American version, there is always a layer of strawberries, but the other layers can be made of yogurt and granola for a healthier version, or whipped cream and biscuits like in this version.

    What cuisine is the strawberry parfait?

    The parfait is originally a French dessert, but its popularity has spread all over and has evolved in different parts of the world, including here in America where it has layers and is served in a clear glass.

    Why is it called a parfait?

    The French word 'parfait' translates to 'perfect'.

    Strawberry parfait with fresh mint in a wine glass with a fresh strawberry on the side.

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    On what occasion did you serve these strawberry parfaits? Or were you just craving a cool summer treat? If you tried this 🍓 Strawberry Parfait Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below. And please share the recipe!

    📋Recipe

    Strawberry parfait with whipped cream and mint in glass.

    Strawberry Parfait

    Joss Dyckson
    This American-style strawberry parfait has multiple layers of crushed Biscoff biscuits, orange liqueur infused strawberries and velvety homemade whipped cream.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American, French
    Servings 4
    Calories 608 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 cups fresh strawberries - cleaned, hulled and diced
    • 2 tablespoons white sugar
    • 3 tablespoons orange liqueur - divided (Triple Sec, Grand Marnier or Cointreau)
    • 16 Lotus Biscoff biscuits
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
    • 2 tablespoons icing sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • fresh mint leaves - to garnish

    Instructions
     

    To Prepare the Layers

    • In a medium-size bowl, toss the strawberries with the white sugar and 1 tablespoon orange liqueur. Set aside for 10 minutes.
    • Meanwhile, place the biscoff biscuits in a plastic bag and gently crush them using a rolling pin. They do not have to be fine crumbs. It’s okay to have some bigger bite-size pieces.
    • Using an electric mixer on medium speed, whip together the heavy cream, 2 tablespoons of orange liqueur, icing sugar and vanilla, just until stiff peaks form. (Careful not to over-whip the cream.)

    To Assemble the Parfaits

    • In 4 parfait glasses or stemless wine glasses, layer 2 tablespoons of the crumbs, 2 tablespoons of the strawberries and some whipped cream, in that order.
    • Repeat these layers, ending with whipped cream. Garnish with a few more crumbs and mint leaves.
    • Serve immediately if you like the biscuits crunchy or you can chill them for 2 hours (or up to 1 day) if you like more of a softened biscuit.

    Equipment

    • Electric mixer
    • 4 Stemless wine glasses

    Notes

    • I have tried this recipe with both McGuinness Triple Sec and Grand Marnier. I prefer the Grand Marnier because you get a stronger hit of flavor whereas the Triple Sec is more subtle.
    • To make these non-alcoholic, just replace the liqueur with orange juice or omit it altogether.
    • You can have them prepped and chilled in advance (within 1 day) and they are conveniently portable.
    • Typically parfaits are served in parfait glasses; they are tall and narrow with a short stem. But feel free to break away from that tradition and go with wine glasses instead.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 608kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 167mgPotassium: 235mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 1355IUVitamin C: 43mgCalcium: 76mgIron: 2mg

    Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.

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