Pumpkin Yogurt Parfait Delight (Printable)

Layers of spiced pumpkin purée, creamy yogurt, and crunchy granola create a delicious autumn snack.

# Components:

→ Pumpkin Layer

01 - 1/2 cup canned 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 maple syrup (optional)

→ Crunchy Layer

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

→ Garnish

11 - Sprinkle of ground cinnamon
12 - Pumpkin seeds (pepitas), for topping (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Combine pumpkin purée, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt in a small bowl, stirring until fully blended.
02 - Whisk Greek yogurt with honey or maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired.
03 - Divide half of the pumpkin mixture evenly into the bottoms of two small jars or glasses.
04 - Spoon approximately 1/4 cup yogurt over pumpkin layer in each jar.
05 - Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts over the yogurt in each jar.
06 - Repeat pumpkin and yogurt layers as preferred, finishing with a yogurt dollop and granola on top.
07 - Sprinkle with ground cinnamon and pumpkin seeds if desired, then serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's ready faster than your coffee brews, yet tastes like you've been planning it all morning.
  • The spices wake up your palate in a way that feels both comforting and surprising.
  • Layering it yourself means you control how much crunch survives to the last spoonful.
02 -
  • If you make this the night before, the granola will soften—which some people love and some people regret, so decide what texture you want and time accordingly.
  • Store-bought pumpkin purée varies wildly in moisture; if yours looks thin, drain it in a fine sieve for five minutes so your layers stay distinct.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for five minutes before assembling; it keeps everything cold longer and makes the parfait feel more intentional.
  • Mix your pumpkin base the night before so the spices have time to marry—it deepens the flavor without any extra work on serving day.
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