🍓 Fresh Fruit & Cream Parfait

⏱ Time

Prep: 20 minutes
Chill: 30–60 minutes
Serves: 2–3

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🛒 Ingredients

Fruit Layer

• 1 cup strawberries, sliced

• 2 kiwis, peeled & sliced

• 1 banana, sliced

• 1 orange, peeled & segmented

• Optional: mango or pineapple chunks

Cream Layer

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 3 tablespoons powdered sugar

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

• ½ cup sweetened condensed milk (for richer flavor)

• Sponge cake cubes or ladyfingers (for trifle-style)

• Shredded coconut or chopped nuts

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare Cream

1. Beat heavy cream until soft peaks form.

2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla.

3. Continue beating until fluffy (don’t overwhip).

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2️⃣ Layer the Parfait

In a clear glass:

1. Add a layer of cream.

2. Add mixed fruit.

3. Repeat layers until glass is full.

4. Finish with fruit on top for a colorful presentation.

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3️⃣ Chill

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors blend.

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🌟 Tips

• Pat fruit dry to prevent watery layers.

• Brush banana slices lightly with lemon juice to prevent browning.

• For a glossy finish (like in the image), lightly brush fruit with warm apricot jam.

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🔥 Estimated Calories

About 300–400 kcal per serving (without cake or condensed milk).