Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of diced mango
- 1 cup of whipped cream
- 1 cup of crushed piaya (Filipino sweet flatbread)
- 1/2 cup of condensed milk
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Parfait glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
2. Add cornstarch and whisk until smooth. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let it cool to room temperature.
4. In a separate bowl, whip the cream until stiff peaks form.
5. Fold in the condensed milk and cooled cornstarch mixture.
6. In a parfait glass, layer crushed piaya, diced mango, and whipped cream mixture.
7. Repeat the layers until the glass is full.
8. Top with additional crushed piaya and diced mango.
9. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 350
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Mango can be substituted with any other fruit of your choice.
- Piaya can be substituted with crushed graham crackers or any other sweet flatbread.
Variations:
- Add a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries.
- Use coconut cream instead of whipped cream for a dairy-free option.
- Drizzle caramel sauce or chocolate syrup on top for added sweetness.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to whip the cream until stiff peaks form for a light and fluffy texture.
- Use a piping bag to layer the whipped cream mixture for a neater presentation.
- Crush the piaya into small pieces for easier layering.
Storage instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable.
Presentation ideas:
Serve in a clear glass to showcase the layers.
Garnishes:
Top with additional crushed piaya and diced mango.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
Not applicable.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the whipped cream mixture is too runny, add more condensed milk and whip until stiff peaks form.
- If the cornstarch mixture becomes lumpy, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use fresh ingredients and store the parfait in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
Piaya is a popular Filipino delicacy made from flour, sugar, and oil. It originated from the Negros Occidental province in the Philippines.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet and creamy with a hint of caramel from the piaya.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or a sweet snack.
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