Pumpkin Yogurt Parfait (Printable Version)

Layers of spiced pumpkin, Greek yogurt, and granola create a creamy, crunchy autumn delight.

# 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 - Sprinkle of cinnamon
12 - Pumpkin seeds (pepitas), optional

# Directions:

01 - Combine pumpkin purée, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt in a bowl; mix thoroughly.
02 - Whisk Greek yogurt with honey or maple syrup if a sweeter flavor is desired.
03 - Divide half of the pumpkin mixture evenly between two small 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 evenly over the yogurt in each serving.
06 - Repeat pumpkin and yogurt layers as desired, finishing with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of granola.
07 - Finish with a pinch of cinnamon and optional pumpkin seeds; serve immediately or refrigerate up to two hours.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It captures everything cozy about the season in under ten minutes
  • The layers stay distinct and beautiful until the very last bite
  • You can make it ahead and still get that perfect contrast between creamy and crunchy
02 -
  • Serve immediately if you want the granola to stay perfectly crisp
  • The granola softens beautifully after a couple hours in the fridge, which some people actually prefer
  • Clear glasses make all the difference for presentation, so use something see-through if you're serving guests
03 -
  • Warm the pumpkin mixture slightly before layering for an even cozier experience
  • Use homemade granola with extra pecans for a truly special touch
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