Name: Almond Butter Strawberry Parfaits
Prep time: 7 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups non dairy milk (such as almond milk, soy milk or coconut milk); 0.67 cup smooth almond butter (or use peanut butter or other nut butter); 0.25 tsp salt; 3 tbsp sugar or sweetener; 0.5 tsp vanilla; null pinch cinnamon; null null sliced ripe strawberries; 0.25 cup crushed vegan graham crackers (other vegan biscuits or cookies, or use coarsely ground oats mixed with 1.5 tbsp coconut sugar and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon.); null null chocolate syrup or vegan caramel for garnish (optional); 0.25 cup raw or coconut sugar; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 0.25 cup coconut cream ((the creamy part from a can of full fat coconut milk can)); null pinch sea salt; null null whipped coconut cream (for topping)

Almond Butter Strawberry Parfaits

These delightful parfaits feature a creamy almond butter mousse layered with fresh strawberries and crunchy graham cracker crumbs. A simple, 6-ingredient, gluten-free, grain-free, and coconut-free recipe, perfect for a quick treat or special occasion. Easily doubled or halved, these parfaits are a satisfying alternative to a classic PB&J, offering a rich and fruity dessert experience.

Instructions

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1

Blend the [non dairy milk], [smooth almond butter], salt (0.25 tsp), 4 tbsp sugar or sweetener (3 to), vanilla (0.5 tsp), and [a pinch of cinnamon]. Pour into a saucepan over medium heat.
2

Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to avoid burning or sticking at the bottom. Cook for 10 mins (8 to). Carefully taste and adjust sweetness. Simmer for another minute (1) and take off heat. Let it cool to room temperature. The mixture will thicken as it cools.
3

Make the parfaits: add a sprinkle of [crushed vegan graham crackers], then a layer of [sliced ripe strawberries], then a helping of the almond butter mousse. Repeat depending on the size of the parfait. See notes to make a pie.
4

Drizzle melted chocolate or [vegan caramel for garnish] on top. Variations: Layer with [chocolate ganache] and [raspberry compote].