Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup marzipan
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 4 marzipan piggy candies
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- 4 parfait glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine heavy cream, sugar, almond flour, marzipan, almond extract, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
2. Wash and dry the berries. Cut the strawberries into small pieces.
3. Layer the berries and whipped cream mixture in the parfait glasses, starting with a layer of berries at the bottom.
4. Repeat the layers until the glasses are full, ending with a layer of whipped cream.
5. Sprinkle sliced almonds on top of each parfait.
6. Place a marzipan piggy candy on top of each parfait.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Temperature:
No temperature required
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 30g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of nut flour instead of almond flour.
- You can use any type of candy instead of marzipan piggy candies.
Variations:
- You can use different types of fruit, such as peaches, kiwis, or mangoes.
- You can add a layer of crushed cookies or cake between the layers of berries and whipped cream.
- You can use chocolate shavings instead of sliced almonds.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the heavy cream is very cold before whipping it.
- Use a piping bag to make the layers more even and neat.
- Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Storage instructions:
Store the parfaits in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Reheating instructions:
No reheating required.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the parfaits in clear glass parfait glasses to show off the layers.
Garnishes:
Sliced almonds and marzipan piggy candies.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
No side dishes required.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the whipped cream is too runny, add more sugar and beat again.
- If the whipped cream is too thick, add a little bit of milk and beat again.
Food safety advice:
Make sure all ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
Food history:
Marzipan is a traditional sweet made from ground almonds and sugar. It originated in the Middle East and spread to Europe during the Crusades.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, fruity.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert after a light meal.
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Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Creamy, Almond, Almond-Flavored