Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/2 cup crushed brandy snaps
Special Equipment Needed:
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Piping bag
- Parfait glasses
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream and white chocolate chips over low heat until the chocolate is melted. Set aside to cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and egg yolks until pale and thick.
3. Slowly pour the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
4. Add the brandy and continue whisking until well combined.
5. Transfer the mixture into a piping bag and pipe into parfait glasses, alternating with layers of crushed brandy snaps.
6. Freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: None (freezing time: 4 hours or overnight)
Temperature:
Freeze at 0°F (-18°C)
Serving size:
Makes 4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 420
Total fat: 30g
Saturated fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 160mg
Sodium: 50mg
Total carbohydrates: 32g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Total sugars: 27g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Heavy cream: You can use whipping cream or double cream instead.
- White chocolate chips: You can use milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips instead.
- Brandy: You can use rum, whiskey, or cognac instead.
- Brandy snaps: You can use gingersnaps, shortbread cookies, or digestive biscuits instead.
Variations:
- Chocolate and Hazelnut Parfait: Replace the white chocolate chips with Nutella or chocolate hazelnut spread.
- Raspberry and White Chocolate Parfait: Add a layer of raspberry puree or raspberry jam between the parfait layers.
- Coffee and Brandy Parfait: Add 1 tablespoon of instant coffee granules to the chocolate mixture before adding the brandy.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure the chocolate mixture is completely cooled before adding it to the egg mixture to avoid curdling.
- Use a piping bag to make the parfait layers neat and even.
- Crush the brandy snaps into small pieces for easier layering.
- Freeze the parfait glasses before piping the mixture for easier handling.
Storage Instructions:
- Store the parfait glasses in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating Instructions:
- None (serve frozen)
Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the parfait glasses on a platter with fresh berries or mint leaves for garnish.
- Drizzle melted chocolate or caramel sauce over the parfait layers for added sweetness.
Garnishes:
- Fresh berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries)
- Mint leaves
- Chocolate shavings
- Caramel sauce
Pairings:
- Coffee or espresso
- Dessert wine (Muscat, Sauternes, Tokaji)
- Brandy or cognac
Suggested Side Dishes:
- None (serve as a dessert)
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the parfait mixture curdles, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve before piping into the glasses.
- If the parfait is too hard to scoop, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use pasteurized eggs to avoid the risk of salmonella.
- Store the parfait glasses in the freezer at 0°F (-18°C) or below to prevent bacterial growth.
Food History:
- Brandy snaps are a traditional British biscuit made with golden syrup, butter, and ginger.
- Parfait is a French frozen dessert made with cream, eggs, and sugar.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, creamy, and boozy with a crunchy texture from the brandy snaps.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the parfait glasses on a dessert platter with other frozen desserts like ice cream or sorbet.
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Taste: Sweet, Creamy, Nutty, Caramelized, Rich