Ingredients
Creating a Creamy Almond Peach Parfait requires a blend of simple, fresh ingredients that come together beautifully. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Fresh Peaches: 4 large, ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- Almonds: 1 cup, sliced or slivered
- Greek Yogurt: 2 cups, plain or vanilla
- Honey: 3 tablespoons
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Almond Extract: 1/2 teaspoon
- Granola: 1 cup, optional for added crunch
- Mint Leaves: Fresh, for garnish
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon, to prevent peaches from browning
Instructions
Creating your Creamy Almond Peach Parfait is a straightforward process that anyone can master. Just follow these steps:
- Prepare the Peaches:
- Peel and pit the peaches, then slice them into thin wedges.
- Toss the peach slices with lemon juice to prevent browning and enhance flavor.
- Toast the Almonds:
- Heat a small skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced almonds and toast them until they are golden brown and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. This should take about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let them cool.
- Mix the Yogurt Base:
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Parfaits:
- In serving glasses or bowls, start by adding a layer of the yogurt mixture at the bottom.
- Add a layer of peach slices on top of the yogurt.
- Sprinkle a layer of toasted almonds over the peaches.
- Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, finishing with a dollop of the yogurt mixture on top.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Top with a sprinkle of granola for added texture if desired.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and freshness.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg