Orange Parfait (A La Bridget Jones) – Not Marmalade!

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Divine Orange Parfait recipe inspired by Bridget Jones

Orange Parfait (A La Bridget Jones) – Not Marmalade!

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 package vanilla pudding mix or ( 3 1/2 ounce ) package vegetarian vanilla pudding mix
	1 3/4 cups orange juice
	1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
	2 tablespoons orange zest ( remember her trying to figure out how to grate zest ? )
	1/4 cup crushed ginger snaps
	fresh berries ( to garnish ) ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

166

Sugar

20g

Fat

The Orange Parfait, also known as A La Bridget Jones - Not Marmalade, is a dessert inspired by the famous British novel, Bridget Jones's Diary. It was a favorite of Bridget's during stressful times and emotional crisis, and it became a popular dessert among readers of the novel. The orange flavor symbolizes Bridget's optimism and the zest for life. This light and refreshing dessert is perfect for hot summer days or as a quick and easy dessert option for dinner parties. The ginger snap crumbs add a nice crunchy texture to the smooth and creamy parfait, and the fresh berries provide a nice contrast in color and flavor. The Orange Parfait is a crowd-pleaser that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.	In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the vanilla pudding mix, orange juice, and low-fat vanilla yogurt until smooth.
2.	Stir in the orange zest and crushed ginger snaps.
3.	Pour the mixture into 4 parfait glasses.
4.	Garnish with fresh berries as desired. Chill for at least 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

PROS

This Orange Parfait is a light, refreshing, and flavorful dessert that is perfect for summer days.
It is easy and quick to prepare, making it a great last-minute dessert option for unexpected visitors.

It is a low-fat option for those watching their diets.

CONS

Some people may find the orange flavor too intense or tangy.

It contains sugar and processed ingredients in the pudding mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Orange Parfait is a good source of vitamin C, which supports the immune system and promotes iron absorption.
It is also a low-fat option for those watching their diets.