Description
Mango Berry Parfait is a refreshing layered dessert combining creamy mango puree, chia-infused berry jam, crunchy nuts and seeds, and whipped yogurt. This delightful parfait balances sweetness with texture and makes a perfect chilled treat for warm days or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Mango Cream Layer
- 2 ripe sweet mangoes (Alphonso, Kesar, or Ataulfo), peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup chenna (cottage cheese) or paneer
- 2 tbsp cream cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2-3 tbsp sugar or honey (to taste)
- Pinch of salt
Berry Chia Jam
- 1 cup mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, jamun)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (soaked in 1/2 cup water for 30 minutes)
- 1-2 tbsp honey (to taste)
Crunchy Base and Toppings
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup coarsely crushed almonds, cashews, pistachios
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 2 tbsp sunflower seeds
Final Assembly
- 1 cup whipped Greek yogurt or thick plain yogurt
- 1/2 cup diced fresh mango (for garnish)
- 1 tsp black sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare mango cream layer: Blend mangoes, chenna, cream cheese (if using), milk, sugar or honey, and a pinch of salt into a smooth, thick creamy mixture. Chill the mixture until ready to use to enhance flavor and texture.
- Make berry chia jam: In a bowl, mash the mixed berries and jamun until pulpy. Stir in the pre-soaked chia seeds and honey. Chill for 30 minutes or until the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency.
- Create crunchy base: Mix crushed graham crackers or digestive biscuits with melted butter until crumbly and combined. This will form the base layer in the parfait glasses.
- Assemble parfait layers: In serving glasses, start by adding a layer of the crushed cookie mixture at the bottom.
- Add berry chia jam layer: Spoon and spread the berry chia jam evenly over the cookie base layer.
- Sprinkle nuts and seeds: Sprinkle the coarsely crushed almonds, cashews, pistachios, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds evenly over the berry layer for crunch and texture.
- Add mango cream: Spoon the chilled creamy mango mixture over the nut and seed layer, creating a smooth and thick layer.
- Top with whipped yogurt: Add a generous layer of whipped Greek yogurt or thick plain yogurt on top to finish the parfait.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish each parfait with diced fresh mango and a sprinkle of black sesame seeds. Serve chilled for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use ripe sweet mango varieties like Alphonso, Kesar, or Ataulfo for best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Soaking chia seeds in water before adding ensures they thicken the berry jam properly.
- Adjust the sweetness in both mango cream and berry jam layers according to taste preference.
- The creamy layer can be made vegan by substituting chenna and cream cheese with silken tofu and using plant-based yogurt.
- Parfaits can be assembled ahead and refrigerated for a few hours to meld flavors.
