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Macerated Berry and Crème Fraîche Parfait

The rich, tangy crème fraîche and a bit of vinegar cut the sweetness of the berries. You can use vanilla ice cream in place of the crème fraîche.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

12 ounces assorted berries, such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
2 tablespoons superfine sugar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 8-ounce container crème fraîche
Amaretti biscuits

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine the berries in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with the sugar and vinegar. Let sit, stirring occasionally, until the berries soften and start to release juices, about 30 minutes.

    Step 2

    Layer the berries with the crème fraîche in parfait glasses. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 3 hours. Just before serving, sprinkle with crumbled amaretti biscuits.

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Reprinted with permission from The Martha Stewart Living Cookbook: The New Classics by Martha Stewart Living Magazine, copyright © 2007. Published by Clarkson Potter, a division of The Crown Publishing Group. Buy the full book from Amazon.
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