Best 7 Pumpkin Crunch Parfaits Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with Pumpkin Crunch Parfaits, where creamy pumpkin mousse meets a symphony of textures. This culinary masterpiece features a delightful combination of recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences. Dive into the classic Pumpkin Crunch Parfait, where layers of pumpkin mousse, crunchy granola, and whipped cream dance on your palate. For a guilt-free pleasure, try the guilt-free Pumpkin Crunch Parfait, a harmonious blend of pumpkin mousse, granola, and Greek yogurt. Vegans can relish the Vegan Pumpkin Crunch Parfait, a symphony of pumpkin mousse, granola, and coconut whipped cream. Each parfait is a celebration of flavors and textures, promising an unforgettable dessert experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUMPKIN PARFAITS



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Enjoy this delicious parfait layered with pumpkin and cream cheese mixture - wonderful French dessert topped with cookies.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 3/4 cups cold milk
1 box (4-serving size) vanilla instant pudding and pie filling mix
1 cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
6 amaretti cookies

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, stir milk and pudding mix with whisk 2 minutes. Stir in pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice. Refrigerate until ready to assemble parfaits.
  • In another medium bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with electric mixer on low speed until blended and smooth. In chilled large bowl, beat whipping cream on high speed until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture.
  • In each of 6 parfait glasses, spoon 1/4 cup pumpkin pudding; top each with 6 tablespoons cream cheese mousse mixture. Repeat layers. Refrigerate 2 hours or until serving time. Just before serving, top each parfait with a cookie.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fat 6, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 426 mg

PUMPKIN MOUSSE PARFAITS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 4h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup dark rum
1 packet (2 teaspoons) unflavored gelatin powder
1 (15-ounce can) pumpkin (not pie filling)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
2 extra-large egg yolks
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/2 cups cold heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Sweetened whipped cream
8 to 10 chopped ginger cookies
Crystallized ginger, for decoration, optional

Steps:

  • Place the rum in a heat-proof bowl and sprinkle the gelatin over it. Set aside for 10 minutes for the gelatin to soften.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg yolks, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set the bowl of gelatin over a pan of simmering water and cook until the gelatin is clear. Immediately whisk the hot gelatin mixture into the pumpkin mixture. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the heavy cream and vanilla until soft peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture.
  • To assemble, spoon some of the pumpkin mixture into parfait glasses, add a layer of whipped cream, then some chopped cookies. Repeat, ending with a third layer of pumpkin. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. To serve, decorate with whipped cream and slivered crystallized ginger.

PUMPKIN CRUMBLE YOGURT PARFAIT



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This healthier alternative to pumpkin pie makes a delicious autumn breakfast or midday snack. Prepare these ahead of time in small jars and you'll have breakfast ready on those busy mornings! If you prefer more crunch, add the final layer of granola right before serving. Try to find low-sugar yogurt and granola for a healthier parfait.

Provided by France C

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup pumpkin puree
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
3 cups nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt
1 cup granola
4 teaspoons maple syrup

Steps:

  • Mix together pumpkin puree, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons pumpkin mixture in the bottom of 4 cups or jars. Top each with 1/2 cup yogurt, 2 tablespoons granola, 2 tablespoons pumpkin mixture, 1/4 cup yogurt, and 2 tablespoons granola. Cover cups (or seal jars) and refrigerate until ready to eat. Drizzle with remaining maple syrup before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.9 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 237.2 mg, Sugar 37 g

CRUNCHY PUMPKIN PARFAITS



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Sounds like a fun and easy dessert.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme) @lazyme5909

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup(s) cold milk
3.4 ounce(s) instant vanilla pudding and pie filling
2 cup(s) whipped topping (like cool whip)
1 cup(s) cooked or canned pumpkin
1/2 teaspoon(s) pumpkin pie spice
1 cup(s) chopped pecans
1 1/2 cup(s) crushed gingersnaps (about 32)
- additional whipped topping for garnish

Steps:

  • Beat the milk and pudding mix on low speed for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the whipped topping, pumpkin and pie spice mix; mix well. Fold in the pecans. Spoon half of the mixture into parfait glasses; top with half of the gingersnap crumbs.
  • Repeat the layers. Top with additional whipped topping.

PUMPKIN PARFAIT BY JO



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Because I am not too fond of pumpkin pies, I use this instead for holidays.

Provided by Jo

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup melted butter
1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin
½ cup brown sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 quart vanilla ice cream, softened
1 cup whipped cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Mix the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press the crust into a 9x9-inch square baking dish. Place the pumpkin into a large bowl, and mash it up with a spoon. Mix in 1/2 cup of brown sugar, salt, nutmeg, cloves, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon until smooth. Gently stir in the softened ice cream. Spread the pumpkin mixture over the graham cracker crust. Freeze until firm, 4 to 6 hours; cut into squares.
  • Lightly mix the whipped cream with confectioners' sugar and a 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon in a bowl; serve each square with a dollop of the sweetened whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 64.8 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 400.2 mg, Sugar 37.1 g

PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP PARFAITS



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Enjoy these lovely, light parfaits as an unforgettable finale to your holiday feast. The spiced rum adds a fun new flavor to the mix. -Lorri Hazen, Twin Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/3 cups canned pumpkin
1 package (8 ounces) Mascarpone cheese
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/3 cup spiced rum or Amaretto, optional
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup crumbled gingersnap cookies (about 20 cookies)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; stir in rum if desired. Refrigerate, covered, for at least 2 hours., In a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar and vanilla; beat until soft peaks form., Just before serving, spoon half of the pumpkin mixture into six parfait glasses. Top with half of the whipped cream and half of the crumbled cookies. Repeat layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 35g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

PUMPKIN CRUNCH



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Yummy pumpkin dessert. Serve with whipped cream.

Provided by kkitchen

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 eggs
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • Stir pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, and cinnamon together in a large bowl until smooth. Pour into the prepared baking pan.
  • Sprinkle cake mix over the pumpkin mixture in the baking pan. Pour melted butter on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 1 hour to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.5 calories, Carbohydrate 48.8 g, Cholesterol 72.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 396.4 mg, Sugar 36.1 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling later on.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: Whenever possible, use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. This is especially important for the pumpkin puree. If you don't have fresh pumpkin on hand, you can use canned pumpkin puree, but be sure to choose a brand that is unsweetened.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: When you're mixing the batter for the crunch topping, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing can make the topping tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the Crunch Topping Until Golden Brown: The crunch topping should be baked until it is golden brown. This will give it a delicious flavor and texture.
  • Serve the Parfaits Warm: Pumpkin crunch parfaits are best served warm. This way, you can enjoy the contrast between the warm crunch topping and the cold pumpkin mousse. You can also store the parfaits in the refrigerator for later, but be sure to bring them to room temperature before serving.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin crunch parfaits are a delicious and easy dessert that is perfect for fall. They're made with a creamy pumpkin mousse, a crunchy oat topping, and a drizzle of maple syrup. These parfaits are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give pumpkin crunch parfaits a try!

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