Lemon Parfait Recipe

Name: Lemon Parfait
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin; 1/2 cup cold water; 4 eggs, separated; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 cup sugar, divided; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons grated lemon rind; 1 teaspoon lemon extract; 1 cup whipping cream; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 8 thin slices lemon

Servings: persons

2 envelopes unflavored gelatin
1/2 cup cold water
4 eggs, separated
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup sugar, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 cup whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 thin slices lemon

1
Soften gelatin in cold water 5 minutes.
2
Combine egg yolks, lemon juice, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt in top of a double boiler. Cook over boiling water, stirring constantly, until thickened. Add softened gelatin, lemon rind, and lemon extract; stir well. Continue to cook over boiling water, stirring until gelatin dissolves. Cool completely. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
3
Beat egg whites (at room temperature) until foamy. Gradually add remaining sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold into lemon mixture.
4
Beat whipping cream and vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold into lemon mixture. Spoon evenly into parfait glasses; cover and chill. Garnish with lemon slices.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin, 1/2 cup cold water, 4 eggs, separated, 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Lemon Parfait falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Lemon Parfait

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