The Retro Knickerbocker Glory is a classic dessert that brings back memories of simpler times. Served in tall glasses, it’s a delightful treat for anyone who loves ice cream and fruit. This dessert is particularly enjoyable during the summer months when fresh berries are in season.
The star ingredients of this delightful concoction are the fresh summer berries. With one pint each of raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries, you’re in for a vibrant explosion of fruity flavors and textures. These berries not only lend a burst of color but also provide a delightful natural sweetness that complements the other elements perfectly.
To make this sweet indulgence, you’ll also need vanilla ice cream, maraschino cherry juice, whipped topping, additional fruit for garnish, cookie straws, and maraschino cherries.
Begin by layering raspberries, blackberries, and chopped strawberries in parfait glasses. Top each glass with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, and drizzle maraschino cherry juice over it for a hint of cherry flavor.
To make it visually appealing, add a dollop of whipped topping and scatter some more fresh fruit on top. Finish it off with a cookie straw and a maraschino cherry for that classic touch.
The Retro Knickerbocker Glory is a simple yet delightful dessert that’s perfect for a summer treat. It’s a wonderful combination of fresh fruit and creamy ice cream, and its nostalgic charm makes it a hit with dessert lovers of all ages. Enjoy this sweet indulgence on a warm day and savor the flavors and textures that make it a timeless favorite.
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Retro Knickerbocker Glory
Served in a tall glass with layers of fruit and ice cream, this retro favorite, Retro Knickerbocker Glory, is a welcome summer treat for sundae lovers of all ages. Those fresh summer berries are a real treat!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4
- Category: Desserts
Ingredients
- 1 pint raspberries, rinsed and dried
- 1 pint blackberries, rinsed and dried
- 1 cup strawberries, rinsed and chopped
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
- Whipped topping
- Additional fruit for topping
- 4 cookie straws
- 4 maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Evenly distribute the raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries among four parfait glasses. Top with 1 cup of ice cream each. Pour maraschino cherry juice over each.
- Top with whipped topping, additional fruit, a cookie straw, and a maraschino cherry. Serve.
Notes
- Use whatever fruit is in season! Peaches and raspberries work great for a melba knickerbocker while blueberries and strawberries make a patriotic knickerbocker.
If you try this Retro Knickerbocker Glory, let me know what you think!
