08/09/2025
🍓 Japanese Strawberry Parfait Recipe
Ingredients (for 2 large glasses)
Base:
1 cup (150 g) fresh strawberries (sliced)
2 tbsp strawberry jam or strawberry puree
½ cup granola or crushed biscuits (optional for crunch)
Cream Layer:
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, chilled
3 tbsp powdered sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract
Ice Cream & Custard:
2 scoops vanilla ice cream
½ cup pastry cream (or vanilla pudding)
Toppings:
Fresh strawberries (whole and halved)
Macarons (optional, as in your photo)
Whipped cream (for decorating top)
Mint leaves or small herbs for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Whipped Cream
In a chilled bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Transfer to a piping bag for neat layering.
2. Build the Parfait Layers
Start with strawberry jam or puree at the bottom of each tall glass.
Add a few slices of fresh strawberries pressed against the glass for a beautiful look.
Spoon in some whipped cream, then add granola or biscuit crumbs (if using).
Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Layer more sliced strawberries and pastry cream.
3. Top & Decorate
Pipe lots of whipped cream on top, creating fluffy swirls.
Add fresh strawberries, macarons, and a dollop of custard.
Garnish with mint leaves for a fresh touch.
✨ Result: A rich, creamy, fruity parfait with crunchy, soft, and juicy layers—just like the ones in a Japanese dessert café!