Berry Lemon Whipped Yogurt Parfaits
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Berry Lemon Whipped Yogurt Parfaits
Description
The recipe begins by heating lemon juice and honey to blend and dissolve the sweetener, then steeping fresh mint leaves in the mixture to infuse flavor while cooling. Meanwhile, a lemon whipped yogurt is prepared by whipping Greek yogurt with heavy cream, lemon zest and juice, sugar, and vanilla until smooth and creamy.
Fresh raspberries and blackberries are divided amongst serving glasses or bowls and topped with the lemon-infused whipped yogurt. The marinated berries add a subtle sweet-tart bite, balanced by the rich and tangy whipped yogurt. Mint leaves can be added for herbaceous brightness and garnish.
These parfaits serve well as a light dessert or a fresh breakfast item. The contrast between creamy and fruity textures enhances the experience. The method requires minimal cooking and emphasizes fresh ingredients and bright citrus flavor.
Ingredients
Berries
- 1/2 cup raspberries fresh
- 1/2 cup blackberry fresh
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon honey or granulated sugar
- 2 mint optional, leaves
Lemon Whipped Yogurt
- 3/4 cup yogurt plain, Greek
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
Berries
- In a small saucepan combine the lemon juice and honey (or sugar). Bring the mixture to a boil whisking until combined or if using sugar until it's dissolved. Remove from the heat and add in the mint leaves. Let the mixture steep and cool for 5-10 minutes while you make the lemon whipped yogurt.
Lemon Whipped Yogurt
- Add all of the ingredients to a stand mixer with the whisk attachment in place, a handheld mixer may also be used. Beat the ingredients together, starting on low and increasing the speed to high. Beat for several minutes or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Divide the yogurt into 4 small bowls, glasses or jars then top each with a some of the berries. Garnish with mint if desired then serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 18mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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