Pumpkin Parfaits with Yogurt and Granola

This Pumpkin Granola Parfait is the perfect breakfast, snack or light dessert option for pumpkin lovers! Super quick and easy to prepare, these yogurt granola parfaits are healthier than many other pumpkin desserts. With just a few simple ingredients, you enjoy delicious pumpkin flavor year round, any time of day!

I love working with pumpkin puree. I typically just opt for canned pumpkin recipes like this pumpkin fluff,  but you can also make your own pumpkin puree from scratch. With a little pumpkin pie spice and honey, the flavors mimic pumpkin pie in this parfait recipe. So good!

Pumpkin Parfait Ingredients

To make these easy pumpkin pie parfaits, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• plain yogurt (can substitute vanilla or honey flavored)
• pumpkin puree (canned pumpkin)
• honey (or maple syrup)
• pumpkin pie spice (or you can make your own pumpkin pie spice)
• granola
• graham crackers (for garnish, optional)

You can choose your favorite yogurt flavor. If you opt for an already sweetened yogurt such as honey or vanilla, you can leave out the honey. If you need a little more sweetness in your pumpkin puree you can also add a small amount of honey, brown sugar or maple syrup to the pumpkin mixture. Be sure to use plain pumpkin puree for this recipe. If you would prefer to use the pumpkin pie in a can, omit the pumpkin pie spice.

How to Make Yogurt Granola Parfaits

To start, whisk your plain yogurt and honey in a small bowl. Set aside. Whisk your pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice in a small bowl and add additional honey or maple syrup, if desired. Layer your parfaits in two small dessert glasses, starting with yogurt, then adding the spiced pumpkin puree. Top with your favorite granola and garnish with a graham cracker, if desired. It is that easy!

What to do with leftover canned pumpkin

Have leftover canned pumpkin? Here are few easy recipes to try:

• Pumpkin Smoothie
• Pumpkin Juice
• Coconut Pumpkin Chia Pudding
• Pumpkin Coconut Chicken Curry

If you have extra plain yogurt, try these fluffy yogurt pancakes which are high protein and gluten free!

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Pumpkin Granola Parfaits

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Keyword breakfast, canned pumpkin, dessert recipe, fall recipes, granola, healthier dessert, parfait, plain yogurt, pumpkin, pumpkin spice, Thanksgiving, vanilla yogurt

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Servings 2

Author Joanne Andrea

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 cup granola
• graham cracker (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. In small bowl, whisk the honey and the yogurt until well combined.
2. In separate bowl, whisk the pumpkin puree and the spices. Mix well.
3. In two dessert glasses, spoon out a layer of the yogurt mixture. Follow with a layer of the pumpkin mixture and then finish with a final layer of the yogurt mixture again. (When spooning out the mixtures, try to evenly disperse it between the two glasses.)
4. Finish the dessert with a sprinkling of the granola and garnish with a small graham cracker.

Recipe Notes

You can choose your favorite yogurt flavor. If you opt for an already sweetened yogurt such as honey or vanilla, you can leave out the honey. If you need a little more sweetness in your pumpkin puree you can also add a small amount of honey, brown sugar or maple syrup to the pumpkin mixture. Be sure to use plain pumpkin puree for this recipe. If you would prefer to use the pumpkin pie in a can, omit the pumpkin pie spice.

Whether you are just a lover of pumpkin like me or you are looking for something easy for Thanksgiving breakfast, these Pumpkin Granola Parfaits from Joanne Andrea are a such a fun option. I hope you enjoy these simple but tasty pumpkin spice parfaits.

Thanks to Joanne Andrea for sharing this wonderful recipe!