These Apple Pie Parfaits have layers of caramelized apples and homemade whipped cream. An easy and delicious treat for the Fall season or all year round!
Remember 2 weeks ago when I said I wasn’t ready to let go of summer yet? Well, I’m ready.
I keep seeing a ton of soup recipes I want to try. But who wants to make soup when it’s 100 degrees outside? Unless it’s Gazpacho, of course.
There’s also a lot…A LOT…of apple cinnamon bread, apple pie, and apple streusel bars being posted and pinned. I think everyone is ready for a season change.
My favorite Honey Crisp apples are no longer available where I live, but their runner up, the Pink Lady is. So I bought a bunch. And whipped up these Apple Pie Parfaits.
You can use any type of apple for these parfaits, so just use your favorite!
These are wonderful and light, and would make a great end to a Fall meal.
I’m willing Fall to begin with apples. And Cream. Who’s with me?
Other Apple recipes we love!
Apple Pie Parfaits
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 large apples , peeled, cored, and diced very small
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- crumbled pie crust or honey graham cracker , for granish
Instructions
- In a medium non-stick pan, over medium-high heat, melt butter and saute apples, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes until they are very soft, but not mushy.
- Add in brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt; cook for 1-2 more minutes until completely incorporated.
- Take off the heat and allow to cool completely.
- In a large bowl with an electric mixer on high, whip cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form, about 1 minute.
- Evenly distribute the apple mixture and whipped cream, alternating layers, among 6 dessert cups or ramekins.
- Sprinkle with crumbled up pie crust or graham cracker, if desired. Serve and enjoy!
Jen says
Maybe I’m not seeing it, but you have lemon juice listed as an ingredient, but it’s not used when making the dessert.
Amy @Very Culinary says
Doh! The lemon juice is to be squirted on the cut up apples, so they don’t brown before using. It’s not a necessity, though.
Stephanie says
These sound awesome! A really great alternative to apple pie, especially considering the fact that there’s no baking involved! Also…yay fall!
SanSanna says
I am fond of apples. I can cook them/ But this recipe is new for me.Thanks.
Veronica says
yum yum yum! I think I saw a healthy version of this somewhere (maybe Healthy Food for Living) but totes forgot about it. I do like the sound of this! And I really love that cute spoon!
Amy says
I got that spoon at Crate and Barrel, along with a blue one, rust one, yellow one..ahem….clearly I love it too!
pam says
Since crusts and I are not big buddies, this is perfect.
the wicked noodle says
Now this is fun and different – I love it! I don’t know that I’ve seen apple pie parfaits before. Gorgeous!
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel says
This sounds fantastic! I’d totally eat this for breakfast, snack and dessert!
BinomialBaker says
These are super cute! I would love it if you would link this recipe up on the Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party! I can’t wait to try it!
Joanne says
You know, if you come visit me you could eat honey crisps aplenty. Just saying. :)
I think starting off my day tomorrow with an apple pie parfait sounds utterly necessary.
christina says
All the fall recipes floating around the blogosphere are making me crave apple-cinnamon-pumpkin-fall-y baking! I have to wait until I have a free weekend after my SAT to go apple picking! :)
Jenna says
I’m ready for fall recipes too! And today the high is 69 (glory be!! That’s my kinda weather), so split pea soup might be on the menu.