Ree’s parfaits consist of layers of crumb followed by a mix of fluffy whipped cream cheese and heavy cream. The addition of coconut chips and extract, plus lime, gives the parfaits a truly tropical flavor.
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 15 min |
| Active: | 15 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) salted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup crushed toasted coconut chips, plus extra for garnish
- 1 lime, zested
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 2/3 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
- Zest of 3 limes plus juice of 1 lime, plus extra zest for garnish
Instructions
- For the crumb: Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, butter, coconut chips and lime zest in a bowl. Mix to combine.
- For the filling: Using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese, heavy cream, powdered sugar, coconut extract and lime zest and juice in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Begin by layering 1/4 cup of the crumb in the bottom of each of 4 parfait glasses. Top each with 1/3 cup of the filling. Repeat the layers once more, then garnish with extra toasted coconut and lime zest.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 of 4 servings |
| Calories | 652 |
| Total Fat | 49 g |
| Saturated Fat | 29 g |
| Carbohydrates | 55 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 41 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 143 mg |
| Sodium | 315 mg |
Reviews
Nice light and tart dessert is the perfect compliment to a Mexican themed dinner!
Refreshing and delicious
Could you use coconut rum instead of the coconut extract?
This was delicious! Tastes like key lime pie and easier to make.