Save to Pinterest A festive brunch parfait bar featuring layers of creamy yogurt, spiced Christmas pudding, fruit compotes, and crunchy toppings—perfect for holiday gatherings.
A delightful and easy-to-make recipe I enjoy preparing every festive season with family and friends.
Ingredients
- Parfait Base: 500 g thick Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative), 1 tsp vanilla extract, 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Christmas Pudding Layer: 250 g Christmas pudding (store-bought or homemade) crumbled
- Fruit Compote: 200 g mixed berries (fresh or frozen), 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Toppings: 100 g granola, 50 g toasted nuts (such as pecans or almonds) chopped, 50 g dried cranberries or raisins, 1 apple diced, 1 orange segmented, 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit compote:
- In a small saucepan, combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat for 57 minutes stirring occasionally until berries soften and the mixture thickens. Let cool to room temperature.
- Mix yogurt base:
- In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with vanilla extract and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth.
- Set up parfait bar:
- Arrange the yogurt, crumbled Christmas pudding, cooled fruit compote, and all toppings in separate bowls.
- To assemble:
- Layer yogurt, Christmas pudding, and fruit compote in glasses or jars. Top with a selection of granola, nuts, dried fruit, apple, orange, pomegranate seeds, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and fresh mint.
- Serve:
- Let guests build their own parfaits according to their preferences.
Save to Pinterest Preparing this parfait always brings my family together around the table especially during the holiday season.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, small saucepan, parfait glasses or jars, spoons
Allergen Information
Contains milk (yogurt), nuts (optional), gluten (in Christmas pudding and granola). Christmas pudding and granola may contain eggs and gluten check labels if serving guests with allergies.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 320, Total Fat: 8 g, Carbohydrates: 52 g, Protein: 10 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This parfait bar is a festive crowd-pleaser that is both simple to prepare and delightful to eat.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use dairy-free yogurt alternatives?
Yes, thick dairy-free yogurts like coconut or almond yogurt work well to maintain the creamy texture.
- → How do I prepare the fruit compote?
Simmer mixed berries with sugar and lemon juice over medium heat until softened and thickened, then let cool before layering.
- → What toppings complement the parfait best?
Crunchy granola, toasted nuts like pecans or almonds, dried cranberries or raisins, fresh apple and orange segments, pomegranate seeds, cinnamon, and mint add great texture and flavor.
- → Are there alternatives to Christmas pudding in the layers?
Gingerbread or fruitcake can be used as substitute layers to offer different festive flavors.
- → How long does it take to assemble the parfait bar?
Preparing the components and assembling takes approximately 25 minutes, making it a quick and festive addition.