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whipped creme fraiche and citrus parfait in bowl

Whipped Creme Fraiche & Citrus Parfait

Author: Sarah Jenkins
Making your own crème fraîche is insanely simple, and way cheaper than buying it at the grocery store. Plus, homemade crème fraîche is so much better than store bought!! This recipe uses whipped crème fraîche to make a delicious, light and airy dessert, topped with fresh citrus, pistachios and honey. 
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, French
Servings 2 servings
Calories

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup creme fraiche
  • 3 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 oranges (or grapefruit), segmented and cut
  • ¼ cup toasted, chopped pistachios
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon
  • honey for drizzling

Instructions
 

  • Combine the crème fraîche and sugar in a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer on high for 4-5 minutes, until crème fraîche starts to become light and begins to form soft peaks.
  • In a small saucepan, toast your chopped pistachios over medium heat, stirring frequently.  Remove when fragrant, about 2 minutes. 
  • Place a small dollop of the whipped crème fraîche into 4 bowls.
  • Top each bowl with a sprinkle of cinnamon, segmented oranges, toasted pistachios, and a drizzle of honey.
  • Serve immediately!
Keyword easy dessert, fruit dessert
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