{"id":5827,"date":"2026-02-06T17:06:40","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T15:06:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.loveforhealthyfood.com\/?p=5827"},"modified":"2026-02-06T17:06:40","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T15:06:40","slug":"pumpkin-parfait-coconut-caramel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.loveforhealthyfood.com\/?p=5827","title":{"rendered":"Pumpkin Parfait With Coconut Caramel"},"content":{"rendered":"

Now that fall is here, it\u2019s time for pumpkin spiced everything! Avoid the refined sugar and artificial sweeteners by making your own delicious pumpkin parfait, full of good-for-you ingredients and natural sweeteners.<\/p>\n

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Benefits<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Cinnamon:<\/b> In Ayurveda, cinnamon is used to treat indigestion, colds, and diabetes. It possesses both antibacterial and anti-fungal properties and may help stabilize blood sugar and lower bad (LDL) cholesterol.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Ginger:<\/b> Ginger is a powerful anti-inflammatory that also aids in digestion and supports a healthy immune system.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Nutmeg:<\/b> Studies show that nutmeg may help prevent or reverse anxiety or depression. Nutmeg imparts an intensely sweet flavor, making it a perfect spice to use for breakfast, especially when mixed with cinnamon\u2014no need for sugar or other sweeteners.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the recipe:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Pumpkin Parfait with Coconut Caramel<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Makes 4 servings<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Ingredients:<\/p>\n

Pumpkin Pie Layer:<\/b><\/p>\n

16 oz steamed and peeled pumpkin ( or one 15 oz can pumpkin)<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00bd large avocado<\/p>\n

2 Tbsp. coconut oil<\/p>\n

2 Tbsp. + 2 tsp. date syrup<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00bd \u2013 \u00be tsp. pumpkin pie spice<\/p>\n

pinch salt<\/p>\n

Coconut Caramel Layer (optional):<\/b><\/p>\n

1 can full fat coconut milk (refrigerated overnight)<\/p>\n

\u00bc tsp. vanilla<\/p>\n

1 Tbsp. date syrup<\/p>\n

Maple Cinnamon Pecans*:<\/b><\/p>\n

\u00bc cup raw pecans<\/p>\n

1-2 tsp. maple syrup<\/p>\n

1\/8 tsp. cinnamon<\/p>\n

Instructions:<\/p>\n

First, bake the pecans:<\/strong> Pre-heat the oven to 200 degrees F. In a small bowl, combine maple syrup and cinnamon, and mix well until combined. Add pecans in bowl, and mix well until thoroughly coated. Lay out the pecans flat on a baking sheet, and drizzle any remaining syrup mix over them. Bake for 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

Make the pumpkin layer:<\/strong> Combine all ingredients in a blender (a bullet works well) and blend until combined, about a minute. Don\u2019t leave out the pinch of salt. Taste, and mix in more pumpkin pie spice if desired.<\/p>\n

Make the coconut caramel layer:<\/strong> Flip the coconut milk can upside down and open it. Pour out the liquid part into a separate container, to be reserved for another use. Spoon out the thick white cream and put into a bowl. Add the vanilla and date syrup. Use a hand mixer to whip it all together into a cream (You could also put it in the bullet blender instead. It will be more liquid-y, less fluffy, but equally delicious.)<\/p>\n

To assemble the parfait:<\/strong> Spoon alternating layers of pumpkin and coconut caramel into 2 pint glasses\/jars or 4 mini jars. Top with pecans, and a drizzle of date syrup, if desired.<\/p>\n

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Notes:<\/p>\n

*You can use raw chopped pecans or nuts in place of the maple cinnamon baked ones if you wish.<\/p>\n

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Now that fall is here, it\u2019s time for pumpkin spiced everything! Avoid the refined sugar and artificial sweeteners by making your own delicious pumpkin parfait, full of good-for-you ingredients and natural sweeteners. Benefits Cinnamon: In Ayurveda, cinnamon is used to treat indigestion, colds, and diabetes. It possesses both antibacterial and anti-fungal properties and may help… <\/p>\n

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