Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with these Pumpkin Crunch Parfaits. Layers of creamy pumpkin filling, crunchy granola or cookies, and chopped pecans topped with whipped cream create a satisfying dessert perfect for the season.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Filling:
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 (8 oz) container whipped topping (or 1 cup heavy cream, whipped)
- 1 cup granola or crushed gingersnap cookies
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Pumpkin Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin purée, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Whipped Topping: Gently fold in the whipped topping until creamy.
- Layer Ingredients: In serving glasses, alternate layers of pumpkin mixture, granola or cookies, and chopped pecans.
- Finish and Chill: Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of crunch. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for whipped topping.
- Prepare parfaits up to one day ahead, but add crunchy topping just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
