How do you make a swirl parfait without melting the ice cream?

Slightly soften the ice cream so it's spreadable, but still firm. Work quickly and return each assembled parfait to the freezer for 5 minutes before serving.

What’s the best fruit to pair with vanilla and blueberry ice cream?

Blackberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries go beautifully. You can even mix in compotes like we do in the Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Bar for an added fruity boost.

Can I use frozen berries in a parfait sauce?

Absolutely. Frozen blueberries work perfectly. They break down fast and thicken well during simmering—just like in our Summer Mango Coconut Float Milkshake .

What’s the difference between a parfait and a sundae?

A parfait is typically layered in tall glasses with fruit, sauces, and sometimes granola or cookies. A sundae leans heavier on toppings and sauces, often with syrup poured over scoops in a bowl.

Blueberry & Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream Parfait- Summer Treat

Name: Blueberry & Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream Parfait
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 parfaits
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries; 1 tbsp lemon juice; ¼ cup sugar; 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional); 4 cups vanilla ice cream (softened slightly); 2 cups blueberry ice cream or blueberry sorbet; Fresh blueberries and blackberries (for topping); Whipped cream (optional); Crushed graham crackers or shortbread cookies (optional)

Description

Blueberry & Vanilla Swirl Ice Cream Parfait is a no-bake, layered dessert with blueberry sauce, creamy vanilla ice cream, and fresh berries. Easy, fruity, and perfect for summer.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Blueberry Sauce:

1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries

1 tbsp lemon juice

¼ cup sugar

1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional)

For the Parfait:

4 cups vanilla ice cream (softened slightly)

2 cups blueberry ice cream or blueberry sorbet

Fresh blueberries and blackberries (for topping)

Whipped cream (optional)

Crushed graham crackers or shortbread cookies (optional)

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice. Heat on medium until berries burst and sauce thickens slightly (about 7–10 minutes). For a thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry and simmer 1 more minute. Let cool completely.

2. In a tall glass, layer: a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a spoonful of blueberry sauce, a scoop of blueberry ice cream or sorbet. Repeat to fill the glass.

3. Use a skewer or spoon to swirl slightly for a marbled look.

4. Top with fresh blueberries or blackberries.

5. Add whipped cream and crushed cookies if desired.

6. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can use frozen berries for the sauce with the same results. For extra indulgence, drizzle with white chocolate sauce or add lemon zest. To keep the layers from melting, freeze glasses before assembly.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 parfait
Calories: 320
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 35mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: blueberry vanilla parfait, no bake dessert, ice cream parfait