Pumpkin Cream Parfait Layered
6 servings
15 minutes
Layered pumpkin-cream parfait is a refined blend of autumn aromas and delicate texture. This dessert, inspired by French cuisine, combines velvety pumpkin puree, spicy spices, and airy cream to create a harmony of flavors. Its roots trace back to traditional French parfaits known for their layering and lightness. Ginger cookies add a crunchy note that highlights the sweetness of pumpkin and the depth of spices. Maple syrup imparts natural caramel sweetness while vanilla softens the brightness of the flavors. This dessert is perfect for cozy home evenings as well as festive gatherings, impressing with its exquisite appearance and sophisticated taste.
1
In a glass, mix starch and 1 teaspoon of water.
- Cornstarch: 1 teaspoon
2
In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix pumpkin puree, 0.5 cup of cream, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Cook, stirring, for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
- Pumpkin puree: 1 glass
- Cream 40%: 1.5 glass
- Brown sugar: 0.5 glass
- Maple syrup: 0.3 glass
- Ground cinnamon: 2 teaspoons
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Pour in the mixture with starch, bring to a boil, reduce to low heat, and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring gently.
4
Sift the mass into a bowl and cool it.
5
In a chilled bowl, whip the chilled cream with vanilla using a mixer.
- Cream 40%: 1.5 glass
- Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
6
Add a third of the cream to the pumpkin mixture and gently mix, then add the rest and mix gently again.
- Cream 40%: 1.5 glass
7
Break the cookie.
- Gingerbread cookies: 12 pieces
8
Divide half of the pumpkin mixture into molds or glasses, sprinkle with crushed cookies on top, and repeat the layers once more. You can decorate with whipped cream on top.