Name: How to Make Strawberry Parfait (Japanese-Style Recipe)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 200ml heavy cream; 30g sugar; Strawberries; Sponge cake (alternative: brownies, sastella Cake, waffles); Granola (alternative: cornflakes); Strawberry ice cream (alternative: vanilla or chocolate); Pocky for garnish

How to Make Strawberry Parfait (Japanese-Style Recipe)

Strawberries Parfait Dessert Good for Two Easy Under 20 Minutes

A strawberry parfait is a treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. It works as a quick breakfast, a refreshing afternoon snack, or a light and elegant dessert. Made with juicy strawberries, creamy yogurt or whipped cream, and layers of crunchy granola or soft cake, it’s the perfect balance of flavor and texture and incredibly easy to make.

Parfait, which means “perfect” in French, started as a classic dessert made by layering sweetened cream, custard, or ice cream with fruit and nuts. Over time, the parfait evolved into countless delicious variations like the strawberry shortcake parfait with fluffy cake pieces, or the healthier strawberry yogurt parfait made with tangy yogurt instead of custard or cream.

Don’t confuse a parfait with a plain yogurt bowl, this is next level. A true strawberry parfait is all about the thoughtful layering: sweet, crunchy, creamy, and juicy, all in one spoonful.

A classic strawberry parfait usually includes:

Fresh strawberries as the star ingredient
Whipped cream for a smooth, creamy finish
Granola or cornflakes for crunch
Cake pieces for a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture

And there’s plenty of room to make it your own. Add chocolate chips, swap granola for nuts, or mix in a spoonful of jam for extra richness.

To assemble the perfect parfait, start with a base of granola or cake, then layer in whipped cream or yogurt, followed by sliced strawberries. Repeat the layers for a lovely and tasty finish. Top it off with a drizzle of honey or chocolate syrup, a sprinkle of coconut flakes or crushed nuts, or a fresh mint leaf for a pop of color.

Serve it in a tall glass to show off those layers, and enjoy it any time of day. Bonus: June 25th is National Strawberry Parfait Day, the perfect excuse to treat yourself!

Love strawberries as much as we do? Explore even more delicious ways to enjoy them with our strawberry-inspired recipes, such as strawberry mochi , strawberry matcha , strawberry shortcake, and strawberry roll cake.

Overview

Prep time: 10 mins

Cook time: 10 mins

Total time: 20 mins

Total servings: 2

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

200ml heavy cream
30g sugar
Strawberries
Sponge cake (alternative: brownies, sastella Cake, waffles)
Granola (alternative: cornflakes)
Strawberry ice cream (alternative: vanilla or chocolate)
Pocky for garnish

Expert's Tip

Take your strawberry parfait to the next level by adding a fun and flavorful garnish like the Strawberry Pocky. The crisp biscuit sticks add just the right amount of crunch and a burst of strawberry flavor that complements the creamy layers beautifully. It’s a simple touch that makes your parfait not only tastier, but also Instagram-worthy!

Instructions

1) Gather the Ingredients

Prepare heavy cream, sugar, fresh strawberries, sponge cake (or brownies, castella cake, or waffles), granola or cornflakes, strawberry ice cream, and Pocky for garnish.

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2) Whip the Heavy Cream

Put the heavy cream in a bowl, add sugar, and whip until fluffy.

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3) Cut the Strawberries

Cut the strawberries into your preferred shapes: halves, slices, or diced.

4) Add Crunchy Granola

Prepare a tall glass or container and add granola at the bottom.

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5) Start Layering

Place diced strawberries on top of the granola and arrange sliced strawberries along the sides of the glass. Add a layer of sponge cake on top.

6) Add Ice Cream

Place a scoop of ice cream on top of the cake layer.

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7) Decorate With Strawberries

Place the halved or whole strawberries neatly on top for a fresh, vibrant finish.

8) Garnish, Serve & Enjoy!

Garnish with Pocky or your favorite sweets, and your strawberry parfait is ready to enjoy!

About the author

Ayako Kidokoro

Ayako is a recipe writer based in Frankfurt, Germany. Though she is originally from Japan, she has lived across five countries both in America and Europe. She loves writing dessert-related recipes and sharing them with Japanese Taste readers, but she also loves educating people about Japanese tradition, culture, and language. She loves exploring and making new recipes from scratch, but other than food, she also loves doing yoga to help her stay in shape and relax.

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