Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of konpeitō candy
- 2 cups of vanilla ice cream
- 1 cup of whipped cream
- 1 cup of fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1 cup of fresh blueberries
- 1 cup of granola
- 1/4 cup of honey
Special Equipment Needed:
- Parfait glasses or bowls
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. In a blender, crush the konpeitō candy until it becomes small pieces.
2. In a bowl, mix the vanilla ice cream and half of the crushed konpeitō candy.
3. In another bowl, mix the whipped cream and the remaining crushed konpeitō candy.
4. In a parfait glass or bowl, layer the ice cream mixture, fresh strawberries, blueberries, granola, and whipped cream mixture.
5. Repeat the layering process until the glass or bowl is full.
6. Drizzle honey on top of the parfait.
7. Serve immediately.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 450
- Total fat: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 120mg
- Total carbohydrates: 65g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 45g
- Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of vanilla ice cream, you can use any flavor of ice cream.
- Instead of fresh strawberries and blueberries, you can use any fresh fruit of your choice.
- Instead of granola, you can use crushed cookies or cake.
Variations:
- You can add chocolate syrup or caramel sauce on top of the parfait.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips for extra crunch.
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to crush the konpeitō candy into small pieces to avoid choking hazards.
- You can make the parfait ahead of time and store it in the freezer until ready to serve.
- Use a piping bag to layer the whipped cream mixture for a neater presentation.
Storage Instructions:
- Store leftover parfait in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
- Parfait should be served chilled and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation Ideas:
- Garnish the parfait with a fresh mint leaf or a konpeitō candy on top.
Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Konpeitō candy
Pairings:
- Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- None
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the parfait becomes too soft, place it in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to crush the konpeitō candy into small pieces to avoid choking hazards.
Food History:
- Konpeitō is a traditional Japanese candy made of sugar and shaped like a small star.
Flavor Profiles:
- Sweet, crunchy, and creamy.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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Region: Japanese