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Simple and Easy Elf-On-The-Shelf Christmas Parfait

This Simple and Easy Elf-On-The-Shelf Christmas Parfait is so delicious! I got the idea from a dessert my mom used to make. She called her dessert a “million dollar pie”. I have taken that recipe, modified it just a bit, and created this beautiful, delicious Christmas Parfait. This parfait will dress up your holiday table, regardless of the season!

Elf-On-The-Shelf Christmas Parfait Ingredients

You aren’t going to believe how few ingredients you’ll need for your beautiful, delicious Elf-On-The-Shelf Christmas Parfait! You probably already have a lot of these in your pantry. This is all it takes to make 4 of these 12-ounce parfaits:

• Elf-On-The-Shelf
• Cream Cheese (dairy free)
• Christmas Sprinkles
• Cupcake Toppers
• Green Gel Food Coloring
• Lemon Jello
• Parfait Cups (12 oz)
• Pecans (optional)
• Pineapple, crushed (or the canned fruit of your choice)
• Powdered Sugar
• Red Gel Food Coloring (tasteless)–This is very important, because it takes a lot of red food coloring to get a true red whipped cream. If you use the food coloring that is not tasteless, the whipped cream will not taste good.
• Star Cupcake Toppers
• Sugar Crystals
• Vanilla Extract
• Whipping Cream (dairy free)
• Xanthan Gum (optional, to stiffen the whipped cream)

How to Put Together This Elf-On-The-Shelf Christmas Parfait

There are two parts to this wonderful dessert: the filling, and the whipped topping.

TO MAKE THE FILLING:

• Take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator, and let it come to room temperature. That will make it easier to whip to a smooth consistency . . . you’ll want it to be smooth after you whip it.
• Whip the cream cheese and add the lemon jello.
• Add powdered sugar to taste.
• Mix in green food coloring to desired shade.
• Add the fruit and pecans.
• Refrigerate.

TO MAKE THE TOPPING:

• Pour the whipping cream into a large mixing bowl and beat on medium speed.
• Add vanilla and red food coloring, then beat.
• Add powdered sugar, gently stir in, then beat on high until the cream holds its shape. If the cream does not get stiff enough, sprinkle xanthan gum on top, and beat until it holds a stiff peak.

ASSEMBLE:

• Put a couple spoonfuls of the filling in the bottom of each cup.
• Add a couple spoonfuls of the topping in each cup.
• Repeat the layering, alternating the filling and the topping in each cup.
• Add Christmas Sprinkles.
• Sprinkle with sugar crystals.

What to Serve This Elf-On-The-Shelf Christmas Parfait With

This Christmas dessert can be served with any Holiday meal you decide to share with family and friends (or just for yourself). Try it with:

• Turkey and Dressing
• Ham and Yams
• Steak and Potatoes
• Prime Rib and Asparagus
• Hamburgers
• Chef Salad
• Your Favorite Mexican, Italian, or Greek Foods
• Anything your heart and tastebuds desire!

Why do They Call It Parfait?

In French, parfait means perfect. It was created in the 19th century. A French cookbook dating to 1869 is the earlies reference. A parfait in France normally consists of ice cream and fruit layered in a tall glass.

What is a Parfait in the United States?

There are many variations of the French parfait in the United States. Some parfaits are layered with whipped cream or yogurt. Others are layered with fruit, liqueurs, granola, nuts, fresh fruits, or canned fruits.

What is the Difference Between Parfait and Yogurt?

Yogurt is basically a thick, creamy milk product that you can buy plain or with flavors like fruit or sweeteners. A parfait is a little different—it’s a delicious layered treat made with things like yogurt, fresh or frozen fruit, berries, ice cream, and/or whipped topping.

What Fruits Should Not Be Mixed with Yogurt?

Oranges, lemons, and grapefruits citrus fruits, and are super acidic. When you mix them with dairy—like milk or yogurt—the can make the dairy product curdle. This could make your stomach feeling somewhat unsettled.

Can Diabetics Eat Parfait?

For diabetics, it is important to avoid foods that are high in added sugar. But, parfaits can be made of foods high in fiber, such as seeds, nuts, or oats and combined with low-sugar dairy protein like yogurt. That would be a good choice for diabetics.

What Pairs Well with a Parfait?

Here are a few food items that go well in a parfait:

• Agave Sweetener
• Almond Butter
• Almonds
• Bananas
• Blueberries
• Cherries
• Chia Seeds
• Chocolate Chips
• Coconut
• Cranberries
• Granola (either homemade or low-sugar)
• Hemp Hearts
• Ice Cream
• Maple Syrup
• Peaches
• Peanut Butter
• Pecans
• Raisins
• Raspberries
• Raw Honey
• Strawberries
• Sunflower Seeds
• Walnuts

Is a Parfait Healthy?

Whether or not a parfait is healthy depends on the ingredients you put in it. Yogurt is a good choice, because it has healthy fiber, vitamins, and, usually bacteria that is good for your gut. It is best to include yogurt that is low in sugar. Fresh fruits, nuts, and seed are also healthy choices for your parfait.

Why Does Greek Yogurt Burn Belly Fat?

Greek yogurt, especially the low-fat kind, has more protein than traditional yogurt. The additional protein keeps you from feeling hungry for a longer period of time. Because of that, you may eat fewer snacks. Calcium is also a healthy ingredient of yogurt, and research sows that calcium intake helps to reduce belly fat.

Is Parfait Okay for Weight Loss?

A low-fat, low-sugar Greek Yogurt Parfait may provide regulation for your digestive system. Being high in protein, it will digest slowly and can give you energy as you go through your morning. This will provide excellent assistance in your weight loss endeavors.

What are the Benefits of Eating Parfait?

• In one word, the biggest benefit of eating parfait is antioxidants. The antioxidants in fresh berries like blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries will help to reduce oxidative stress in your body.
• Protein and calcium from yogurt is also a benefit of eating parfait.
• Fresh fruits, nuts, and seeds can also provide beneficial vitamins and minerals.

Is Parfait Full of Sugar?

Your parfait is only going to be full of whatever you put in it. If you use fresh fruits, nuts, seeds, and low-sugar yogurt, it will not be high in sugar.

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