Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of Flanby (4 servings)
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
Special equipment needed:
- 4 parfait glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
2. Open the Flanby package and divide it into four servings.
3. In each parfait glass, layer the Flanby and whipped cream mixture, starting with a layer of Flanby and alternating with whipped cream until the glass is full.
4. Top each parfait with fresh berries.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
- Chill time: 1 hour
Temperature:
- Refrigerate at 40°F or below
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Total fat: 24g
- Saturated fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 70mg
- Total carbohydrates: 24g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 21g
- Protein: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Heavy cream: can be substituted with whipped topping or coconut cream
- Sugar: can be substituted with honey or maple syrup
- Fresh berries: can be substituted with any fruit of your choice
Variations:
- Chocolate Flanby Parfait: add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the whipped cream mixture
- Caramel Flanby Parfait: drizzle caramel sauce on top of each parfait before serving
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to chill the parfait glasses before assembling the parfait to keep the layers intact.
- Use a piping bag to layer the Flanby and whipped cream mixture for a neater presentation.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- This recipe does not require reheating.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in clear glass parfait glasses to show off the layers.
- Top with a sprig of mint for a pop of color.
Garnishes:
- Fresh berries
- Mint leaves
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Sparkling wine
Suggested side dishes:
- Shortbread cookies
- Chocolate-covered strawberries
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the whipped cream mixture is too runny, chill it in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before assembling the parfait.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to store the parfait in the refrigerator at 40°F or below to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Flanby is a French dessert that originated in the 1960s. It is a type of flan that is packaged in individual cups and has a creamy texture.
Flavor profiles:
- Creamy
- Sweet
- Tart
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert after a dinner party or special occasion.
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Region: French
Taste: Creamy, Sweet, Caramelized, Nutty