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Fruitcake Parfaits

This quick and elegant parfait layers crumbled fruitcake with creamy plain yogurt and sweet thawed blueberries. It's a delightful no-bake dessert or breakfast option, offering a balance of rich fruitcake flavors with refreshing yogurt and fruit, perfect for a simple yet satisfying treat.
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Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 2603.6
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 loaf fruitcake about 1 1/4 pounds
  • 2 cups frozen blueberries thawed
  • 4 cups plain yogurt

Equipment

  • 1 Chef's Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 2 Mixing Bowls For blueberries and yogurt
  • 4 Parfait Glasses Or other clear serving dishes
  • 1 Serving Spoon

Method
 

  1. Thaw the frozen blueberries in a bowl and drain any excess liquid to prevent a watery parfait.
  2. Using a chef's knife and cutting board, carefully cut the fruitcake into small, bite-sized pieces or crumble it into a bowl.
  3. If desired, lightly sweeten the plain yogurt with a touch of honey or maple syrup and stir until well combined.
  4. Take your chosen parfait glasses or serving dishes and prepare them for layering.
  5. Begin by placing an even layer of crumbled fruitcake at the bottom of each glass.
  6. Follow with a generous layer of the prepared plain yogurt.
  7. Next, add a layer of the thawed blueberries over the yogurt.
  8. Repeat the layers: fruitcake, then yogurt, then blueberries, until the glasses are full.
  9. Ensure the top layer is aesthetically pleasing, typically ending with blueberries for color.
  10. For best results, chill the parfaits for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve immediately.

Notes

To elevate this simple parfait, ensure your fruitcake is of high quality – moist and rich in flavor is key. For an extra layer of taste, consider tossing the thawed blueberries with a hint of lemon or orange zest, or a pinch of cinnamon. You can also lightly sweeten the plain yogurt with a touch of honey or maple syrup if preferred, or use a flavored yogurt like vanilla or lemon for a different profile. For texture, consider toasting a few nuts or adding extra candied fruit from the fruitcake as a garnish. Remember to drain any excess liquid from the thawed blueberries to prevent a watery parfait. Assemble just before serving for optimal freshness and texture contrast.