Layered Parfait with Cream and Fruit

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A Layered Parfait with Cream and Fruit is a chilled dessert or breakfast dish made by layering creamy yogurt or whipped cream with fresh or preserved fruits, often including granola or nuts for crunch. It is a modern, versatile dish popular in Western cafes and home kitchens, with roots in French culinary traditions where 'parfait' originally referred to a frozen custard dessert.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the fruit and granola, with moderate fat from the cream or yogurt, and some protein if dairy-based. A standard serving provides key nutrients like calcium, vitamin C, and fiber, and generally ranges from 200 to 400 calories depending on portion size and ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	22 g
Sodium	100 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	200 mcg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Vitamin D	1 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the parfait evolved from a 19th-century French frozen dessert into a contemporary global staple, symbolizing casual elegance and health-conscious eating. Nutritionally, its layered design allows for customizable balance—pairing probiotics from yogurt with antioxidants from fruits for a gut-friendly, visually appealing meal.