Pumpkin Yogurt Parfait Delight (Printable)

Delicious layers of spiced pumpkin, creamy yogurt, and crunchy granola for a wholesome autumn treat.

# What You Need:

→ Pumpkin Layer

01 - 1/2 cup unsweetened pumpkin purée
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 and mix thoroughly.
02 - Whisk Greek yogurt with honey or maple syrup if a sweeter taste is desired.
03 - Divide half of the pumpkin mixture evenly between two small jars or glasses, spooning it at the bottom.
04 - Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the sweetened yogurt over each pumpkin layer.
05 - Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts (if using) atop the yogurt layers.
06 - Repeat pumpkin and yogurt layering, finishing with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkle of granola.
07 - Top with a pinch of cinnamon and optional pumpkin seeds; serve immediately for crunch or refrigerate up to 2 hours.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Ready in 10 minutes with zero cooking, perfect for those mornings when you need something that feels intentional.
  • The contrast between creamy yogurt and crunchy granola never gets old, and neither does the warm spice combination.
  • It tastes like dessert but won't leave you feeling guilty, which means you can actually enjoy it without negotiating with yourself.
02 -
  • Layer right before eating if crunch is non-negotiable—granola in yogurt becomes soft and pillowy after even an hour, which isn't bad, just different.
  • Unsweetened pumpkin purée is your friend; sweetened versions make the whole thing cloyingly sweet before you've taken three bites.
  • The spices matter more than the pumpkin—I once forgot the nutmeg and the whole thing tasted flat, like I'd made a mistake without knowing what it was.
03 -
  • Toast your granola in a dry pan for 2 minutes before layering if you want maximum crunch that lasts longer—the heat releases oils and sets its structure.
  • Keep your pumpkin mixture at room temperature so it doesn't cool down your yogurt layer; cold on cold loses all the cozy feeling you're aiming for.
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