Looking for a healthy yet delicious dessert? Celebrate the season with fresh berries and coconut cream.this Summer Berry Parfait The perfect red, white, and blue dessert for any summer gathering!
When it comes to fruit, I’m a big fan of berries, like the ones in this recipe. They’re high in fiber, which is important for supporting a healthy gut. They contain vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system (1) and health-promoting antioxidants that help reduce inflammation. Berries also contain a variety of phytochemicals that have anti-cancer, anti-neurodegenerative, and anti-inflammatory properties.2).
Not only is this dessert good for you, it tastes amazing, and it’s super easy to throw together for your next gathering!Plus, with a short build time, you’ll have plenty of time to rock it 4th of July 10 Minute Workout Challenge!
Summer Berry Parfait
yield: 4 number of copies
You will need: can be openedr, large bowl, hand mixer or whisk, measuring spoon, 4 clear glass containers 
raw material:
- 2 cups strawberries, quartered
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk (13.5 ounces), refrigerated overnight
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- honey or maple syrup (optional to taste)
- hemp hearts or sliced almonds (optional topping)
instruct:
- Open the bottom of a refrigerated coconut milk can and pour out the liquid.
- Scoop the remaining coconut cream into a large bowl and whip using a hand mixer or mixer until the consistency of whipped cream. Add vanilla and honey or maple syrup (if using).
- To assemble, layer blueberries, coconut milk, and strawberries into 4 glass containers.
- Top with extra berries, optional hemp hearts, or sliced almonds.
enjoy!
nutrient content
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- Skrowankova, Sona et al. “Bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities of different types of berries.” International Journal of Molecular Sciences roll. 16,10 24673-706. Accessed October 16, 2015, doi:10.3390/ijms161024673 website. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26501271/
- Seeram, Navindra P et al. “Extracts of blackberry, black raspberry, blueberry, cranberry, red raspberry, and strawberry inhibit growth and stimulate apoptosis in human cancer cells in vitro.” Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry roll. 54, 25 (2006): 9329-39. doi:10.1021/jf061750g web page. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17147415/
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