Papaya Parfait Recipe

Escape to Fiji with this refreshing Papaya Parfait! Inspired by a Bon Appetit classic (December 1984), this vibrant dessert is perfect for summer gatherings. Creamy, dreamy, and bursting with tropical papaya flavor, it's the ultimate taste of paradise. Easy to make, yet elegant enough for any occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 79 mins
Calories 294.5 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Papaya Parfait

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How to Make Papaya Parfait

  1. Dice 1/2 cup of papaya and set aside. Cut the remaining papaya into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Puree the 1-inch papaya pieces in a food processor or blender until smooth.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup water. Cook over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Cook until the mixture reaches 230°F (110°C) on a candy thermometer (this is the hard-crack stage).
  5. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk the 3 egg yolks until light and frothy.
  7. Gradually whisk in the hot sugar syrup in a thin stream, whisking constantly until the mixture cools and triples in volume (this will take some time and effort).
  8. Gently fold in the papaya puree.
  9. In a separate bowl, using clean beaters, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  10. Gently fold the whipped cream and the reserved diced papaya into the papaya mixture.
  11. Divide the mixture evenly among 8 parfait glasses or wine glasses.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  13. Before serving, top with whipped cream and chocolate curls, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

88g

Fat

57g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Papaya Parfait?

Papaya Parfait takes about 99 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 79 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Papaya Parfait?

Papaya Parfait has approximately 294.5 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Papaya Parfait?

The key ingredients for Papaya Parfait are Papayas, Sugar, Water, Egg Yolks, Whipping Cream, Port Wine. See the full list with measurements above.

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