Creamy yogurt layered with spiced pudding, fruit compotes, and crunchy toppings for a festive holiday treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Parfait Base
01 - 2 cups thick Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
02 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
03 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
→ Christmas Pudding Layer
04 - 1 cup Christmas pudding, crumbled
→ Fruit Compote
05 - 1 1/4 cups mixed berries, fresh or frozen
06 - 2 tablespoons sugar
07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Toppings
08 - 3/4 cup granola
09 - 1/3 cup toasted nuts, chopped (pecans or almonds)
10 - 1/3 cup dried cranberries or raisins
11 - 1 apple, diced
12 - 1 orange, segmented
13 - 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
14 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
15 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Combine mixed berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries soften and the mixture thickens. Allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - In a bowl, blend Greek yogurt with vanilla extract and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
03 - Place yogurt mixture, crumbled Christmas pudding, cooled fruit compote, and all toppings in separate serving bowls.
04 - Layer yogurt, Christmas pudding, and fruit compote in individual glasses or jars. Garnish with granola, nuts, dried fruit, diced apple, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and fresh mint leaves as desired.
05 - Allow guests to customize parfaits according to their preferences and serve immediately.
