St Patricks Pistachio Parfait (Print)
Festive layered dessert with pistachio pudding, whipped cream, and crunchy cookie crumbs.
# Ingredient list:
→ Pudding Layer
01 - 1 package (3.4 oz) instant pistachio pudding mix
02 - 2 cups cold whole milk
→ Whipped Cream Layer
03 - 1 cup heavy whipping cream
04 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Cookie Crumble Layer
06 - 1 cup shortbread cookies or graham crackers, crushed
→ Garnish
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios
08 - Green sprinkles (optional)
09 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Whisk together the instant pistachio pudding mix and cold milk in a medium bowl for 2 minutes until fully incorporated and thickened. Allow to rest for 5 minutes to achieve desired consistency.
02 - Beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until soft peaks form and mixture holds its shape.
03 - Place a layer of crushed cookies at the bottom of each parfait glass. Spoon pistachio pudding over the crumbs, followed by a layer of whipped cream. Repeat layering process until glasses are filled, ending with whipped cream on top.
04 - Top each parfait with chopped pistachios, green sprinkles, and fresh mint leaves if desired. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld and layers to set.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These come together in fifteen minutes flat but look like you spent forever arranging them
- The layers stay distinct for hours so you can make them ahead and actually enjoy your own party
02 -
- The pudding needs those full five minutes to set or your layers will bleed into each other
- Room temperature cream will never whip properly so pop it in the fridge for ten minutes if you forgot
03 -
- Crush your cookies to various sizes, from fine crumbs to pea sized pieces, for texture throughout
- Use a piping bag for the whipped cream layer to get those perfect restaurant style edges