Butterscotch Parfaits
Indulge in the creamy decadence of homemade Butterscotch Parfaits, a dessert that’s as elegant as it is irresistible. This recipe features layers of silky butterscotch pudding, crafted from a rich blend of butter, brown sugar, and a touch of sea salt, combined with lush whole milk and heavy cream for the perfect balance of sweetness and velvety texture. Topped with airy whipped cream and crunchy crumbled graham crackers or speculoos cookies, these parfaits offer a delightful contrast of flavors and textures in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes of preparation and cooking, these chilled treats are perfect for entertaining or as a sophisticated make-ahead dessert. Whether you serve them in single-serve glasses or rustic jars, these butterscotch parfaits are guaranteed to impress at any gathering. Keywords: butterscotch parfait, creamy dessert recipe, layered parfait, easy no-bake dessert, make-ahead dessert idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 cup crumbled graham crackers or speculoos cookies
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
Stir in the brown sugar and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is bubbly and smooth.
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of the milk to create a slurry.
Slowly add the remaining milk, heavy cream, and the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon, about 5-6 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt. Let the butterscotch pudding cool to room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
Once chilled, assemble the parfaits by layering the butterscotch pudding, crumbled cookies, and whipped cream in serving glasses or jars.
Repeat the layers until the glasses are full, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream and additional cookie crumbles for garnish.
Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 362 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.9 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 366 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
