Ingredients for Apple Pie A La Mode Parfaits
- Cooking Apples
- Sugar
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Apple Pie Spice
- Vanilla Wafer Crumbs
- Low Fat Vanilla Ice Cream
How to Make Apple Pie A La Mode Parfaits
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup apple cider, 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Uncover and simmer for another 5 minutes, or until apples are tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- While the apple mixture cools, crush 1 cup of vanilla wafers (or oatmeal cookies) into coarse crumbs.
- Divide the cookie crumbs evenly among 8 glasses or dessert dishes (approximately 2 tablespoons per glass).
- Top each with 1/4 cup of the cooled apple mixture and 3 tablespoons of your favorite vanilla ice cream.
- Repeat layers once more, ending with a layer of ice cream.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon (optional) and serve immediately. For best results, chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
12 g
Sugar
123g
Fat
28g
Carbs
31g
