1
: a flavored custard containing whipped cream and syrup frozen without stirring
2
: a cold dessert made of layers of fruit, syrup, ice cream, and whipped cream
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Just a few simple swaps can turn these dessert classics into a fancier parfait or a bowl of oatmeal.
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Cody Godwin, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
The same goes when preparing a cold sandwich, or swirling into a parfait.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
To add chia seeds to your diet, try sprinkling them over your oatmeal or yogurt parfait.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
The Original Chop Shop sells all-day breakfast, smoothie bowls, yogurt parfaits, protein shakes, salad, sandwiches and bowls.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
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Cody Godwin, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
The same goes when preparing a cold sandwich, or swirling into a parfait.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
To add chia seeds to your diet, try sprinkling them over your oatmeal or yogurt parfait.
—Carrie Madormo, Verywell Health, 2 Apr. 2026
The Original Chop Shop sells all-day breakfast, smoothie bowls, yogurt parfaits, protein shakes, salad, sandwiches and bowls.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Mar. 2026
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“Parfait.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parfait. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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parfait
noun
par·fait
pär-ˈfā 
1
: a custard containing whipped cream and syrup frozen without stirring
2
: a dessert of layers of fruit, syrup, ice cream, and whipped cream
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