Ingredients:

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup dry Champagne or Brut Prosecco, chilled
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries or sliced strawberries
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 6 shortbread cookies, crumbled
  • 1 tsp edible gold sprinkles
  • 6 fresh mint leaves

Instructions:

  1. Place raspberries or sliced strawberries in a medium bowl. Toss gently with granulated sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Set aside at room temperature for 5 minutes to macerate until a natural syrup forms.
  2. In a chilled stainless steel mixing bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, sifted powdered sugar, and vanilla bean paste. Beat using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
  3. Slowly pour the chilled Champagne down the side of the bowl. Continue to whisk or gently fold until firm, stiff peaks form, being careful not to over-mix.
  4. Assemble the parfaits by placing 1 tablespoon of crumbled shortbread at the bottom of 6 Champagne coupes or martini glasses.
  5. Layer the macerated berries and their syrup over the crumbs, then top with a generous dollop of the Champagne cream.
  6. Garnish with edible gold sprinkles and a fresh mint leaf before serving immediately.