Pumpkin Yogurt Parfait Delight (Printable)

Creamy spiced pumpkin purée with Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for a healthy autumn treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pumpkin Layer

01 - 1/2 cup pumpkin purée (unsweetened)
02 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
05 - 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Yogurt Layer

07 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or additional maple syrup (optional)

→ Crunchy Layer

09 - 1/2 cup granola
10 - 2 tablespoons chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)

→ Garnish

11 - A sprinkle of cinnamon
12 - Pumpkin seeds (pepitas), for topping (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine pumpkin purée, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt in a small bowl until thoroughly mixed.
02 - Whisk together Greek yogurt and honey or maple syrup in a separate bowl if a sweeter flavor is preferred.
03 - Distribute half of the pumpkin mixture evenly into the bottom of two jars or glasses.
04 - Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the yogurt mixture over the pumpkin layer in each jar.
05 - Sprinkle granola and optional chopped nuts atop the yogurt layer.
06 - Repeat the layering process, finishing with a final dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of granola.
07 - Top with a pinch of cinnamon and pumpkin seeds if desired.
08 - Consume immediately for maximum crunchiness or refrigerate up to 2 hours, noting granola will soften slightly if chilled.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It takes ten minutes and feels like you've done something impressive without actually trying.
  • The spiced pumpkin and creamy yogurt together taste like dessert but have real protein to keep you full.
  • You can make it ahead, stick it in the fridge, and come back to it when you need that cozy moment.
02 -
  • If you chill these for more than about two hours, the granola will start to soften and lose its crunch, which is still fine but different, so know what you're getting into.
  • The quality of your Greek yogurt matters here; cheap watery versions will separate or taste thin compared to a good thick one.
03 -
  • Buy your spices fresh if you can, specifically for fall recipes; old spices taste like dust and will ruin the whole effect.
  • If you're using raw nuts, toast them briefly in a dry pan first, and they'll taste deeper and more interesting than store-bought pre-toasted ones.
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