Summer Berry Saffron Parfait with Cardamom Cream
This parfait layers fresh summer berries with silky cardamom-infused cream, a whisper of saffron honey, and crunchy pistachio praline. The result is an exotic fusion of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean flavors, creating a jewel-like dessert that feels both indulgent and refreshing.Cuisine: Mediterranean–Middle Eastern Fusion
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp fresh mint leaves finely chopped
- Zest of 1 orange
Cardamom Cream:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream or chilled coconut cream for dairy-free
- 2 Tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Saffron Honey Drizzle:
- 3 Tbsp honey or agave for vegan
- A pinch of saffron threads bloomed in 1 Tbsp hot water
Pistachio Praline
- ¼ cup shelled pistachios
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Make Pistachio Praline: In a skillet, melt sugar until golden. Add pistachios and salt, stir quickly, then spread onto parchment paper to cool. Once hardened, break into shards.
- Prepare Cardamom Cream: Whip cream (or coconut cream) with powdered sugar, cardamom, and vanilla until soft peaks form. Chill.
- Bloom Saffron Honey: Stir saffron water into honey until evenly golden.
- Assemble Parfait: In tall glasses, layer berries with cardamom cream. Drizzle with saffron honey between layers.
- Garnish: Top with praline shards, a mint sprig, and a final drizzle of saffron honey.