Apple Pie Chia Yogurt Parfait
This Apple Pie Yogurt Parfait combines warm, spiced apples with creamy Greek yogurt for a deliciously balanced breakfast. It is a quick and nutritious way to enjoy the cozy flavours of apple pie without the added sugar.
Servings: 1
Calories: 192.5kcal
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 apple small, diced
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp maple syrup or a few drops of stevia for a lower-sugar option
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup Greek yogurt plain
- 1 tsp chia seeds
Notes
*The nutritional analysis is based on using maple syrup for sweetness.
Equipment
- skillet
Instructions
- In a small skillet over medium heat, add one tablespoon of water, the diced apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup (or stevia). Cook for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apple is softened and caramelized. Let it cool slightly.1 tbsp water, 1 apple, ½ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, ½ tsp maple syrup
- Stir vanilla extract into the Greek yogurt.¼ tsp vanilla extract, ½ cup Greek yogurt
- Layer half of the yogurt, followed by half of the cooked apples, and sprinkle with chia seeds.1 tsp chia seeds
- Repeat with the remaining yogurt and apples. Serve and enjoy!
Cooking Tips
- For a warm parfait, prepare the apples just before layering, or reheat slightly before serving.
- To make it even lower in sugar, use unsweetened Greek yogurt and opt for stevia over maple syrup.
- Experiment with different types of apples for varying sweetness levels, Granny Smiths work well for a tangier taste.
- Add a sprinkle of ground flaxseed for extra fibre and omega-3s
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Apple Pie Chia Yogurt Parfait
Amount per Serving
Calories
192.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
2.1
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
0.4
g
3
%
Trans Fat
0.02
g
Cholesterol
5
mg
2
%
Sodium
39.8
mg
2
%
Potassium
367.4
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
34
g
11
%
Fiber
6.4
g
27
%
Sugar
24.6
g
27
%
Protein
11.5
g
23
%
Vitamin C
8.5
mg
10
%
Calcium
162.5
mg
16
%
Iron
0.7
mg
4
%
Magnesium
36
mg
9
%
Zinc
0.8
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.