Island Parfaits Recipe

Escape to the Caribbean with this vibrant and refreshing Island Parfait recipe, adapted from John Demers' "Caribbean Cooking." This easy-to-make dessert layers juicy tropical fruits for a taste of paradise. Perfect for a hot summer day or a light and flavorful ending to any meal!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 256.9 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Island Parfaits

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How to Make Island Parfaits

  1. Chop 1 cup fresh pineapple, 1 cup fresh papaya, and 1 cup fresh mango into bite-sized pieces. Combine in a large bowl.
  2. In a food processor or blender, combine 2 ripe bananas and ½ cup fresh orange juice.
  3. Blend until completely smooth.
  4. Fill four tall dessert glasses halfway with the chopped tropical fruit mixture.
  5. Top each glass with the banana-orange juice mixture, gently stirring to combine slightly.
  6. Cover the glasses with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Before serving, sprinkle each parfait generously with unsweetened shredded coconut.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

160g

Fat

21g

Carbs

18g