Cherish
Indulge in the elegance of 'Cherish,' a layered dessert that blends creamy vanilla custard, vibrant fresh fruits, and crumbly vanilla cookies into a harmonious symphony of textures and flavors. Perfect for family gatherings or an after-dinner treat, this easy-to-make parfait begins with a rich, homemade custard that’s kissed with a hint of vanilla and chilled to silky perfection. Layered with sweet, juicy fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and kiwi, and topped with airy whipped cream, each bite offers a refreshing contrast of creamy, fruity, and crunchy. Simple yet stunning, 'Cherish' is ready in just 35 minutes and can be customized to suit the season with your favorite fruits. Serve in elegant glassware and garnish with fresh mint for a visually stunning dessert that’s as delightful as it is delicious. Keywords: layered dessert recipe, fruit parfait, vanilla custard dessert, easy no-bake dessert, summer fruit recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups mixed fresh fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, and kiwi)
- 1 cup crushed vanilla cookies (or graham crackers)
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 4 sprigs fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the whole milk, granulated sugar, and cornstarch over medium heat until the mixture begins to warm up (but do not boil).
In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg yolks lightly. Slowly pour a ladle of the warm milk mixture into the egg yolks, whisking constantly to temper them. Repeat this with another ladle of the milk mixture.
Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan while whisking continuously. Keep cooking the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a creamy custard (about 8–10 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Transfer the custard into a clean bowl, cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent a skin from forming, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
While the custard is cooling, prepare the fruits by washing and slicing them into bite-sized pieces.
In serving glasses or bowls, begin layering the parfait. Start with a layer of crushed cookies, followed by a layer of chilled custard, then a layer of mixed fresh fruits. Repeat the layers until the glass is full, finishing with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Garnish each parfait with a small sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 64.8 g | 83% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.2 g | 141% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 839 mg | 280% | |
| Sodium | 726 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 292.4 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.8 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.0 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.8 mcg | 39% | |
| Calcium | 881 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1682 mg | 36% | |
*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.
