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by Rosie Narasaki | COMMENT

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Pumpkin Pie Greek Yogurt Parfaits Here's another great way to indulge in that oh-so-delicious pumpkin pie flavor without all the indulgent calories. Who knew pumpkin could be part of such a healthy, balanced breakfast?

Ingredients:
1 can (14 oz) pumpkin puree
2 eggs
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 1/2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups vanilla yogurt
Optional Toppings:
Pumpkin spice granola
Maple syrup
Extra nuts

Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, lemon juice, milk, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Stir until thoroughly combined. Pour the mixture into a baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes. When baking is complete, let the mixture cool for at least 10 minutes.

To assemble the parfaits, layer 1/4 cup of the pumpkin mixture into the bottom of a small glass or jar. Then, layer 1/4 cup of the yogurt over the pumpkin mixture. Repeat with another layer each of pumpkin mixture and yogurt. Top each parfait with pumpkin spice pecan granola, a drizzle of maple syrup and extra nuts if desired.

Recipe via destinationdelish.com

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