Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 package of ladyfingers
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup of mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup of hazelnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup of dark chocolate, chopped
- 1/4 cup of raspberry jam
- 1/4 cup of raspberry liqueur
Special equipment needed:
- Electric mixer
- Parfait glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
2. Add the mascarpone cheese and beat until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the raspberry jam and raspberry liqueur until well combined.
4. Dip the ladyfingers in the raspberry mixture and place them at the bottom of each parfait glass.
5. Add a layer of the mascarpone mixture on top of the ladyfingers.
6. Sprinkle some chopped hazelnuts and dark chocolate on top of the mascarpone mixture.
7. Repeat the layers until the parfait glass is full.
8. Chill the parfait in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Chilling time: 2 hours
Temperature:
Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving.
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 32g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of raspberry liqueur, you can use raspberry juice or syrup.
- Instead of hazelnuts, you can use almonds or walnuts.
- Instead of mascarpone cheese, you can use cream cheese.
Variations:
- You can use different types of jam such as strawberry or blueberry.
- You can add fresh fruits such as raspberries or strawberries to the parfait.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to dip the ladyfingers quickly in the raspberry mixture to avoid them becoming too soggy.
- Use a piping bag to add the mascarpone mixture to the parfait glasses for a neater presentation.
Storage instructions:
Store the parfait in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
This parfait is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the parfait in clear parfait glasses to show off the layers.
Garnishes:
Garnish with fresh raspberries or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Pairings:
This parfait pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
This parfait is a dessert and does not require any side dishes.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the parfait is too runny, try adding more mascarpone cheese to the mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use pasteurized eggs in the mascarpone mixture to avoid any risk of salmonella.
Food history:
Torcik Wedlowski is a traditional Polish cake made with layers of wafer cookies and chocolate cream.
Flavor profiles:
This parfait is sweet and creamy with a hint of raspberry and a crunch from the hazelnuts and dark chocolate.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this parfait as a dessert after a dinner party or as a sweet treat for a special occasion.
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Region: Polish