Tangy Apricot Parfaits Recipe

Name: Tangy Apricot Parfaits
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 box Angel food cake mix; 3/4 cup coarsely crushed Wheaties or Total cereal (about 1 1/2 cups uncrushed); 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 8 oz dried apricots, finely chopped; 1/2 cup sugar substitute, such as splenda (can also use reg sugar); 2 cup water; 1 envelope unflavored gelatin; 1/2 cup cold water; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 16 oz Cool whip

Servings: persons

1
Mix cake mix according to box directions, except stir in crushed cereal & cinnamon.
2
Bake & cool according to package directions.
3
Freeze half for future use.
4
Cut other half into 3/4 inch cubes.
5
Heat apricots, sugar substitute, & 2 cups water to boiling in 2 qt saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally; reduce heat.
6
Simm er uncovered until apricots are tender, about 10 minutes.
7
Cool slightly.
8
Pour apricot mixture into blender container.
9
Cover & blend on medium speed, stopping blender frequently to scrape sides, until smooth, about 2 minutes.
10
Sprinkle gelatin on 1/2 cup cold water in the saucepan.
11
Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until gelatin is dissolved.
12
Stir in apricot mixture & lemon juice.
13
Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; cool.
14
Alternate layers of cake cubes, apricot mixture, & cool whip in Parfait glasses or dessert dishes.
15
Refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours.

103

kcal

Calories

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 box Angel food cake mix, 3/4 cup coarsely crushed Wheaties or Total cereal (about 1 1/2 cups uncrushed), 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 8 oz dried apricots, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Tangy Apricot Parfaits 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tangy Apricot Parfaits

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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