Ingredients

1 envelope unflavored gelatin1/2 cup cold water1 cup heavy whipping cream3/4 cup sugar1 cup sour cream1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1 package (10 ounces) frozen sweetened raspberries, thawedFresh raspberries and mint sprigs, optional

Preparation

In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over cold water; let stand for 1 minute. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until gelatin is dissolved. Remove from the heat; set aside.

In another saucepan, heat whipping cream and sugar over medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture is lukewarm. Remove from the heat; stir in gelatin mixture until completely dissolved. Cover and refrigerate until slightly thickened, about 30 minutes.

Stir in sour cream and vanilla. In each of four parfait glasses, place a scant 1/4 cupful of cream mixture; top each with a rounded tablespoonful of raspberries. Repeat layers. Top each with scant 1/4 cup of cream mixture.

Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or until set. Just before serving, garnish with fresh raspberries and mint if desired.