How can you improve on a fresh, juicy peach?  Layers of peaches, cream, and rich, buttery macadamia nuts, of course! Try this easy parfait recipe for a refreshing treat in the midst of the dog days of summer…

Peaches ‘n’ Cream Parfait

Serves 2 (large parfaits) or 4 (small parfaits)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup honey roasted macadamias, halves and pieces*
  • 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 tablespoons  confectioners’ sugar
  • 3 cups sliced fresh peaches
  • 1/2 cup honey roasted macadamias, extra, for garnish*
  • mint leaves (optional), for garnish
  1. Using electric beaters, whip together the ricotta, yogurt, vanilla and sugar until thick and fluffy. 
  2. Place a layer of the peaches in parfait glasses (or one large dish), top with some of the ricotta mixture and sprinkle with the roasted macadamias.  Repeat layers  (make as many layers as desired), finishing with a layer of the ricotta mixture.  Sprinkle top with the chopped honey-roasted macadamias and garnish with mint, if desired.

*Note: Macadamia nuts make a truly exotic, decadent parfait, but feel free to use your favorite nut (cashews, pecans, etc.) or coconut (toasted). Be creative!