Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup pumpkin pie spice
- 8 ladyfingers (for lining the glasses)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
1 hour (chilling time)
Difficulty Level:
2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Pour the mixture into 8 parfait glasses, filling them about halfway.
- Insert two ladyfingers into each glass, arranging them to stand upright.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining pumpkin mixture and ladyfingers.
- Freeze the parfaits for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Smooth and creamy texture
- Delightful pumpkin flavor with warm spices
- Elegant and visually appealing presentation
User Comments:
- "This pumpkin parfait is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so well-balanced, and I love the crunch of the ladyfingers." - Sarah M.
- "I made this for my family for Thanksgiving, and it was a huge hit! It's a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree." - Emily S.
- "I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin desserts, but this parfait was surprisingly good. The maple syrup adds a nice sweetness, and the spice blend is perfect." - John B.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use a high-quality pumpkin puree for the best flavor.
- If you don't have ladyfingers, you can use graham crackers or vanilla wafers instead.
- The parfaits can be frozen for up to 3 days. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
