These Cherries & Cream Parfaits are a delightful, no-bake dessert that balances sweet and tart flavors beautifully. The base consists of tender angel food cake cubes, which absorb the rich, creamy topping made from blended cottage cheese, brown sugar, and almond extract. Fresh or frozen cherries add a vibrant pop of color and juicy texture between the layers. This dish is surprisingly simple to assemble, requiring only a blender and some chilling time. It’s perfect for summer potlucks, quick weeknight desserts, or when you need an elegant finish to a dinner party without spending hours in the kitchen. The result is a light, refreshing treat that feels indulgent yet satisfying.
Cherries & Cream Parfaits
Description
These Cherries & Cream Parfaits are a delightful, no-bake dessert that balances sweet and tart flavors beautifully. The base consists of tender angel food cake cubes, which absorb the rich, creamy topping made from blended cottage cheese, brown sugar, and almond extract. Fresh or frozen cherries add a vibrant pop of color and juicy texture between the layers. This dish is surprisingly simple to assemble, requiring only a blender and some chilling time. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for summer potlucks, quick weeknight desserts, or when you need an elegant finish to a dinner party without spending hours in the kitchen. The result is a light, refreshing treat that feels indulgent yet satisfying.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the prepared angel food cake into 1-inch cubes. You should have approximately 6 cups.
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Drain the cherries and chop them coarsely. Set aside.
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Divide the cake cubes and chopped cherries equally among 6 dessert cups or glasses. Set aside.
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In a blender, sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the cold skim milk. Let it stand for 2 minutes to soften.
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Heat the remaining skim milk until it boils. Add the hot milk to the blender.
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Process the mixture on low speed until the gelatin is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes.
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Add the cottage cheese, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the blender.
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Process on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth, about 2 minutes.
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Pour the cream mixture evenly over the cake and cherry layers in the cups.
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Refrigerate the parfaits for at least 30 minutes, or until set, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 46.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.0mg0%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.1g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 1.0g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
