Pumpkin Pie Yogurt Bowl
A creamy, protein-packed breakfast bowl featuring Greek yogurt mixed with pumpkin purée and warm fall spices, topped with crunchy graham crackers and pecans. Ready in just 5 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus extra for garnish
- 1 cinnamon graham cracker square crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
Instructions
- Combine the Base Ingredients
- In a medium mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt, vanilla essence, maple syrup, pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.
- Using a spoon or whisk, stir all ingredients together thoroughly until smooth and creamy with no pumpkin clumps.
- Continue stirring for about 30 seconds until the mixture is evenly distributed and has a beautiful light orange color.
- Prepare the Toppings
- Crumble the cinnamon graham cracker square into small pieces of varying sizes for texture.
- If needed, roughly chop the pecans into bite-sized pieces.
- Assemble and Serve
- Transfer the pumpkin yogurt mixture to your serving bowl.
- Sprinkle the crumbled graham crackers evenly over the top.
- Add the chopped pecans, distributing them across the surface.
- Dust with a pinch of extra ground cinnamon for garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Storage Tips: The yogurt base can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. Keep toppings separate and add just before serving to maintain crunch.
Pro Tips: Let yogurt sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before mixing for easier blending.
Toast pecans for 2 minutes to enhance their nutty flavor (watch carefully to prevent burning).
Use pure pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices. Substitutions: Greek Yogurt: Can use regular yogurt (will be thinner) or coconut/almond milk yogurt for vegan option
Maple Syrup: Substitute with honey or agave nectar
Pecans: Replace with walnuts, almonds, or cashews
Graham Crackers: Regular graham crackers work if cinnamon variety is unavailable Customization Ideas: Add a handful of granola for extra crunch
Top with fresh apple slices
Drizzle with additional maple syrup
Add dried cranberries for tartness Make It Vegan: Use coconut or almond milk yogurt and agave nectar instead of maple syrup.
Lower Sugar Option: Reduce or eliminate maple syrup, or use sugar-free sweetener.
Nutritional Information: High in protein (approximately 15g per serving), fiber, vitamin A, and healthy fats from pecans. Contains antioxidants from cinnamon and pumpkin.
Pro Tips: Let yogurt sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before mixing for easier blending.
Toast pecans for 2 minutes to enhance their nutty flavor (watch carefully to prevent burning).
Use pure pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices. Substitutions: Greek Yogurt: Can use regular yogurt (will be thinner) or coconut/almond milk yogurt for vegan option
Maple Syrup: Substitute with honey or agave nectar
Pecans: Replace with walnuts, almonds, or cashews
Graham Crackers: Regular graham crackers work if cinnamon variety is unavailable Customization Ideas: Add a handful of granola for extra crunch
Top with fresh apple slices
Drizzle with additional maple syrup
Add dried cranberries for tartness Make It Vegan: Use coconut or almond milk yogurt and agave nectar instead of maple syrup.
Lower Sugar Option: Reduce or eliminate maple syrup, or use sugar-free sweetener.
Nutritional Information: High in protein (approximately 15g per serving), fiber, vitamin A, and healthy fats from pecans. Contains antioxidants from cinnamon and pumpkin.