French style parfait

Today is National Parfait Day and there is no better way to celebrate the day than with a few bites of the creamy treat.  Parfait is a French term that translates to “perfect”, a fitting name for a dessert that is delicious, easy to make, and visually appealing to so many.  Parfaits have been around since at least 1894 as part of French cuisine (source).  Traditionally they are a frozen custard-like dessert made from a base of sugar syrup, eggs and cream.  However, there are now many variations around the world.  In America, a parfait is a layered dessert served in a tall glass often consisting of ice cream or yogurt, fruits, nuts, granola, whipped cream, or even gelatin.  In any case, it’s definitely a dessert worth celebrating.  Try out this tasty yogurt parfait by Monin.  You’ll be sure to enjoy it! Bon appétit!

Monin Flavored Yogurt Parfait. Photo courtesy of Monin.

Monin Flavored Yogurt Parfait

1 cup yogurt

2 to 3 tablespoons Monin Premium Syrup

Fruits, nuts and/or granola

Mix your favorite flavor of Monin Syrup with yogurt and stir until combined.  Add more or less syrup for a bolder or milder flavor.  Choose fruit to complement syrup and yogurt flavor.  Spoon yogurt into parfait glass, alternating layers with your choice of fruit, nuts, and granola.  Top with more fruit, nuts, and granola.

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