Gingersnaps and Sauteed Apples Greek Yogurt Parfait Recipe (2024)

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These easy Greek Yogurt Parfaits layered with cinnamon-spiced sauteed apples and crunchy gingersnap cookies are made for cozy holiday brunches and jolly get-togethers with friends!

Gingersnaps and Sauteed Apples Greek Yogurt Parfait Recipe (1)

These Gingersnap and Sauteed Apples Greek Yogurt Parfaits are my very first recipe developed and photographed here in Canada! Woohoo!

We are still staying at an Airbnb apartment at the moment - we're moving into our apartment on Saturday - and while the kitchen is pretty well equipped for a rental, it's pretty limited when you're a food blogger 🙂

So for this very first recipe, I tried to keep things pretty simple.

I dreamed up a similar recipe a few months ago when we were still living in Sydney. It was winter for me, andthe middle of summer in the Northern Hemisphere so I had to wait a little while to turn what I had in my mind into reality.

I was imagining a Greek yogurt parfait with gingerbread cookies instead of gingersnaps but I couldn't find any in stores. Aren't theytraditional Christmas cookies in Canada? Please Canucks, fill me in! 🙂

Gingersnaps and Sauteed Apples Greek Yogurt Parfait Recipe (2)

Normally I would have made the gingersnap cookies for these Sauteed Apples Greek Yogurt Parfaits myself but my pantry is very limited at the moment (understand, almost empty) and I'm waiting for my baker's set from Amazon to arrive.

I simply have nothingto bake, ingredients or gear. So storebought gingersnaps it was, and I'm still very happy with how the sauteed apples parfait came out.

The warming autumn spices - ginger, nutmeg, and cinnamon-give you your dose of holiday magic and the balance of textures - crispy, creamy and soft - isperfect.

Just make sure you assemble them at the very last minute, like, literally just before serving them, to make sure you get this perfect texture. Other than that, easy peasy + delicious.

Here's to more Canadian recipes! 🙂

P.S: Maybe you don't know me yet - I moved from Australia to Canada a few weeks ago and here's the story!

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Gingersnaps and Sauteed Apples Parfait

These easy Greek Yogurt Parfaits layered with cinnamon-spiced sauteed apples and crunchy gingersnap cookies are made for cozy holiday brunches and jolly get-togethers with friends!

CourseDessert

CuisineAmerican

Keywordbrunch buffet recipes, easy dessert recipes, fall recipes, Greek Yogurt Parfaits, healthy desserts, holiday breakfast, holiday brunch, sauteed apples

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Servings 4 parfaits

Calories 330 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1tbspunsalted butter
  • 4applespeeled, cored and chopped (I like to use a different variety of apples for a more complex flavor)
  • ⅛tspground nutmeg
  • ½ -1tspground cinnamonto taste
  • 3cupplain Greek yogurt
  • 3tbsphoney
  • 10gingersnap cookiesbroken into chunks - homemade or store-bought (see notes)

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, melt butter. Add apples, cloves,and cinnamon. Stir to cover all apple pieces with the spices.

  2. Arrange the apples in one single layer, if possible. Cook over medium-high heat for about 5 to 8 minutes or until soft, without stirring too much to allow the apples to brown slightly. If apples start to brown too much and are not cooked yet, reduce heat to medium-low and keep cooking until soft. Remove from the heat and cool.

  3. In a medium bowl, combine honey with Greek yogurt.

  4. In a small glass, layer in that order: Greek yogurt (about ¼ cup), apples (about ¼ cup), a few pieces of gingersnaps (about 1 ¼ cookies), greek yogurt (about ¼ cup) and apples (about ¼ cup).

  5. Finish with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a few pieces of gingersnaps. (You should use about 2.5 cookies per serving). Repeat with three other glasses.

  6. Serve immediately, to make sure the cookies remain crispy. If you want to make this recipe ahead, prepare the apples and Greek yogurt but cut the cookies and assemble the parfaits at the very last minute, just before serving.

Recipe Notes

If you don't want to buy gingersnap cookies and prefer a healthier homemade version, you could try these paleo gingersnap cookies from Against All Grain. I made them before and they're delicious!

Nutrition Facts

Gingersnaps and Sauteed Apples Parfait

Amount Per Serving (1 parfait)

Calories 330Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Cholesterol 15mg5%

Sodium 144mg6%

Potassium 466mg13%

Carbohydrates 57g19%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 40g44%

Protein 16g32%

Vitamin A 185IU4%

Vitamin C 8.3mg10%

Calcium 193mg19%

Iron 1.5mg8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Comments

  1. Bethany @ Athletic Avocado

    I love yogurt parfaits for breakfast, especially when theres cookies involved! Simple yet perfect!

    • marie

      The best way to make sure you have a great day 😉

  2. The Hungry Mum

    I love everything about this recipe - greek yogurt. Ginger, Apples. Parfait. 10 out of 10 🙂

    • marie

      Haha thanks for the excellent grade 🙂

  3. 40A.

    These look so delicious and would be the perfect thing to serve on Christmas morning or even as a dessert for Christmas dinner! Love the different textures you incorporated!

Gingersnaps and Sauteed Apples Greek Yogurt Parfait Recipe (2024)

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Is a yogurt parfait healthy? ›

Yogurt parfaits can be great fuel for your body and brain. Nutrients such as protein, fiber, natural sugars, and healthy fats help you move throughout the day! As a family, discuss what foods are great fuel and a make a plan to incorporate them into your mealtimes.

Can I use frozen berries in parfait? ›

I prefer to use frozen strawberries, they are easier to mash and are at their peak ripeness. You can use fresh strawberries, just make sure they are at their ripest for the sweetest results. You can also add 2 tablespoons of sugar to fresh strawberries which will help release their moisture and make it easier to mash.

Is it OK to eat yogurt everyday? ›

Consuming one to two cups of low-fat Greek yogurt daily can be a healthy addition to your diet without making it difficult to maintain your weight.

How long do yogurt parfaits last in the fridge? ›

While you can make these tasty dishes the same day for breakfast or dessert, they can also be made ahead in a sealable jar, such as a mason jar. Kitchn notes that if the dish is covered and refrigerated, it will last for about three days.

What is a healthy fruit for breakfast? ›

Other fruits — such as bananas, oranges, cantaloupe, papaya, and mango — are high in potassium. Many fruits — including oranges, guava, kiwi, strawberries, papaya, acerola cherries, and lychee — are high in vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant and plays a key role in skin health.

Why did McDonald's get rid of fruit and yogurt parfait? ›

Menu items like salads, grilled chicken and fruit-and-yogurt parfaits were removed from McDonald's offerings. Like the nixing of its all-day breakfast in 2020, these healthy options were removed to make service more efficient for the more popular menu items.

Is parfait healthy for weight loss? ›

Made with plain Greek yogurt, nuts, and fruit, a simple parfait is the best breakfast for weight loss. Not only does this meal come together with few ingredients and minimal effort, but it also meets a nutrient composition that could aid your weight loss journey.

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Did you know some dairy foods are good for digestion? Yogurt is known not only for its smooth texture and tangy flavor, but also for its digestive benefits – and parfaits are a scrumptious way to support this important function while also getting your recommended three servings of dairy every day.

Is yogurt with fruit and granola healthy? ›

You can have granola as part of a varied and balanced diet. Adding natural yogurt and fresh fruit will help you create a more balanced breakfast and will, in turn, provide your body with calcium, protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Is the yogurt parfait from Chick Fil A healthy? ›

"Greek yogurt typically contains 17 grams of protein—double the protein of regular yogurt—which leads to even greater satiety throughout the day. Berries are a good source of fiber, too. The parfait is 250 calories, so go ahead and add that four-count grilled chicken nuggets at 140 calories to your order, she says.

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