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Cherry coconut parfait with mint garnish
Jon Simon

Cherry Coconut Bliss | Healthy Summer Parfait

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A dairy-free tropical parfait layering thick whipped coconut cream with fresh pitted cherries and toasted coconut flakes, finished with a drizzle of honey. Naturally vegan and ready in 5 minutes once the coconut cream is chilled.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 215

Ingredients
 
 

  • ½ cup coconut cream thick top layer scooped from a chilled can of full-fat coconut milk
  • ½ cup fresh cherries pitted, halved
  • 2 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes unsweetened
  • 1 teaspoon honey or sugar-free alternative
  • 2 fresh mint leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Cherry pitter or knife
  • Clear glass or jar

Method
 

  1. Chill a can of full-fat coconut milk overnight in the refrigerator, then open and scoop off the thickened cream on top. Whip briefly with a fork or whisk if a lighter texture is desired.
  2. Pit fresh cherries using a cherry pitter or the tip of a sharp knife. Halve or leave whole as preferred.
  3. Spoon ¼ cup coconut cream into the bottom of a clear glass. Add half the cherries and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes.
  4. Repeat the layers, finishing with cherries and coconut flakes on top.
  5. Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 215kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 6gFat: 11gFiber: 4gSugar: 20g

Notes

Substitutions: Swap honey for maple syrup to keep the parfait fully vegan. Use monk fruit sweetener or a sugar-free alternative for a lower-carb version suitable for those managing carbohydrate intake. Use sugar-free coconut products to reduce total sugars further.
Storage: Refrigerate up to 2 days; coconut cream may firm further in the fridge — let sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
Make-ahead: Pit cherries and toast coconut flakes up to 3 days ahead. Store separately. Assemble the morning of serving.

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