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Easy Protein Ice Cream Parfait Recipe

Written by: | Published: July 20, 2018 | Updated: June 21, 2023

One of the best treats for any event is ice cream. Turn it into an ice cream parfait or ice cream sundae and you’ve got customized treats for everyone. But wait, add a high protein ice cream and some fresh fruit and you have a sundae that loves you back! I’ve partnered with Swell Ice Cream to share delicious protein ice cream parfait recipes. Check out all the flavor combinations and enjoy a treat with a friend!

Delicious ice cream parfait recipe - easy to make and includes protein ice cream - YUM
Delicious ice cream parfait recipe – easy to make and includes protein ice cream – YUM

Easy Parfait Recipe

This easy parfait recipe is perfect for parties or even afternoon snacks. Set up an ice cream bar to make parfaits or sundaes and everyone can make their own combinations of flavors. You can mix and match flavors to create a wide variety of parfaits. Here are a few parfaits recipes to try.

How to make a parfait

Parfaits are really simple to create. Just layer ice cream and fruit or nuts or sauces to create a unique flavor combination in every bite. You can add as many or few layers as you’d like, here’s how.

In a parfait or similar tall glass:

  1. Add a layer of ice cream
  2. Add a layer of chopped fruit
  3. Add a layer of ice cream (same flavor or a different flavor)
  4. Add another layer of fruit
  5. Add a final pretty scoop of ice cream.
  6. Top with chopped fruits, nuts and a cherry (strawberries make a fun topper too).
So many Swell Ice Cream flavors to choose from.
So many Swell Ice Cream flavors to choose from.
Add fresh chopped fruit to add extra flavor to your parfait recipe
Add fresh chopped fruit to add extra flavor to your parfait recipe

 

Easy parfait recipe - layer fresh fruit and your favorite ice cream flavors
Easy parfait recipe – layer fresh fruit and your favorite ice cream flavors

More than just yummy ice cream

Ice cream parfaits are a perfect treat for all your get-togethers and events. It’s easy to offer a variety of choices for all your guests just by including an array of flavors and toppings. Then, up the ice cream goodness with a protein ice cream. Add in a high protein ice cream and now you’ve got yourself a delicious treat with a healthy bonus. That’s where Swell Ice Cream comes in!

Swell Ice Cream - High Protein ice cream
Swell Ice Cream – High Protein ice cream

What We Love about Swell Ice Creams

The team at Swell Foods believes that healthy living is the foundation for a fun and rewarding lifestyle. Their Swell Ice Creams were created to help us dig into life and do more every day.

Swell Ice Cream - a high protein ice cream that tastes delicious
Swell Ice Cream – a high protein ice cream that tastes delicious

About Swell Ice Cream

Swell Ice Creams are a delicious, non-GMO ingredient, real ice cream packed full of clean, high quality, balanced nutrition. This flavor-filled goodness includes 10g protein (35g of protein per 14oz container), only 120-calories plus 2.5g or less of fat per ½ cup serving. There are no preservatives, artificial colorings nor binders. In addition, Swell Ice Creams are also soy free, certified gluten-free by GFCO, certified OU-D Kosher and Low Glycemic.

Vanilla Bean ice cream from Swell Ice Cream
Vanilla Bean ice cream from Swell Ice Cream

Swell, The Next Wave of Ice Cream, was founded on the belief that we should all be mavericks on a mission, looking for ways to disrupt the status quo to create something uncompromisingly awesome. Swell Ice Cream, is beautifully delicious, extremely creamy, disruptively high protein ice cream.

Swell Ice Cream Flavors

  • Chocolate Chip Cookie Batter
  • Cookies ‘N Cream
  • Dark Chocolate Toffee
  • Coconut
  • Mint Chip
  • Salted Caramel Crunch
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
  • Vanilla Bean
  • Dutch Chocolate
Swell Ice Cream flavor choices
Swell Ice Cream flavor choices

Some of my favorite parfait flavor combos with Swell Ice Cream:

Swell Ice Cream is a great choice to include in your ice cream parfaits. You’ll get the great flavors you expect with the added bonus of extra protein. Turn those yummy treats into a better-for-you dessert or snack. Here are some of my favorite parfait flavor combinations you can try.

  • Dark Chocolate Toffee and Salted Caramel Crunch
  • Dutch Chocolate and Chocolate Chip Cookie Batter layered with fresh strawberries
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip and Vanilla Bean topped with bananas and cashews
  • Vanilla Bean with a medley of fresh chopped fruit. I used nectarines, banana and a cherry

Find Swell Ice Cream across the U.S. by checking out the Store Locator – I found a variety of favorite flavors at my local Kroger store (aka King Soopers in Colorado). PLUS: Save $1 when purchasing Swell Ice Cream using the ibotta shopping app!

Make your own ice cream parfait - quick and easy recipe
Make your own ice cream parfait – quick and easy recipe

More Ice Cream Creations

Switch it up and make an ice cream sundae. If you prefer a smaller treat, create a sundae. The ingredients are the same. Instead of layering ice cream and toppings, you simply add ice cream and then top with your favorite flavors. If you want to get really fancy, you can add smaller scoops of ice cream and layer in flavors as you create your ice cream sundae.

Ice Cream Bar Ideas

For your next party or get together, how about creating an ice cream sundae bar. You can set all the ingredients out for guests to mix and match their own flavors. Here are some tips to help you create your best ice cream bar.

  • Offer small bowls for sundaes or tall glasses for parfaits. Include a variety of chopped fruits, nuts and sundae toppings and you’re set.
  • Make recipe cards to set out for your guests suggesting some of your favorite flavor combinations. Include your favorite parfait recipe with a picture to inspire their ice cream creativity!

Whether you are craving an ice cream treat for yourself or looking for ice cream ideas for your next party, these high protein ice cream parfaits are a winning combination everyone will love. I can’t wait to hear what flavors you pick!

Digital coupon on the ibotta shopping application can be redeemed three times at time of purchase for a total redemption value of $3.00.

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Swell Foods. The opinions and text are all mine.

Delicious protein ice cream parfait recipes
Delicious protein ice cream parfait recipes
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