Ready for the easiest Thanksgiving dessert ever? Pumpkin Pie Parfaits are a fun, no-bake dessert that captures all the cozy vibes of fall. Served in adorable mason jars, they’re perfect for everything from Thanksgiving feasts to casual family dinners! Why I Love This Recipe The Ingredients Substitutions and Variations How to Make Pumpkin Pie Parfaits…
Ready for the easiest Thanksgiving dessert ever? Pumpkin Pie Parfaits are a fun, no-bake dessert that captures all the cozy vibes of fall. Served in adorable mason jars, they’re perfect for everything from Thanksgiving feasts to casual family dinners!
Kid-Friendly Cooking: Kids 4 and up can do almost every step of this recipe on their own.
Make Ahead Delight: It can be prepared 24 hours in advance, so all you need to do after dinner is pull the mason jars out of the fridge and serve.
Fun to Enjoy: It’s a ton of fun plunging your spoon into the jar layered with pumpkin spice cream and graham crackers. It’s like pumpkin pie with a fun, modern twist!
No-Bake Bliss: Your oven can get crowded when it comes to Thanksgiving. Skip the bake time and make this no-bake dessert instead!
Graham crackers: This classic kid-friendly crunch is the perfect crisp layer in your jar. Buy from the store or make Homemade Graham Crackers.
Cream cheese: Cream cheese adds a bit of tang to make this a cheesecake-like flavor.
Whipping cream: Essential to create texture! This light and fluffy layer pairs nicely with the thick cream cheese.
Pumpkin: It’s not a fall dessert without pumpkin!
Brown sugar: Just a touch for that bit of sweetness!
Spices: A touch of pumpkin pie spice to enhance the pureed pumpkin.
Substitutions and Variations
Gluten free favorite: This dessert only contains gluten in the graham crackers, so feel free to substitute in your favorite gluten-free variety.
Homemade pumpkin: It’s truly easy to Puréed Pumpkin at home. But you can absolutely use a can from the store too.
No special spices? No problem. Don’t buy a jar of pumpkin pie spice if you have other spices on hand. You can simply sprinkle in cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves as you wish. And truly, if you only keep cinnamon on hand, then simply use a teaspoon of that.
How to Make Pumpkin Pie Parfaits
Step 1: Whip pumpkin and cream cheese until smooth.
Step 2: Whip cream in a bowl until light and fluffy.
Step 3: Crush graham crackers in their package or a ziploc bag.
Step 4: Alternate layers of all ingredients until jars are full.
Tips and Tricks
Crush it: Crush the grahams right in their package! If you are worried it will split open or the kids will be a bit too enthusiastic, you can also use a plastic zippered baggie.
Keep it cold: Make sure your cream is very cold so that it whips up easily.
Mix well: Let the cream cheese sit on the counter for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to combine with the pumpkin.
FAQs
Are pumpkin pie parfaits allergen friendly?
I think these are a great treat for all ages. I don’t have good recommendations to replace the dairy here, so this dessert will always contain dairy. However, you can easily find gluten-free graham crackers to use, making this acceptable for those with gluten allergies or intolerances.
How do I store pumpkin pie parfaits?
Make these the night before serving! This makes them a perfect dessert to make ahead of any holiday meals. Because we assemble them in jars, you likely have lids on hand. I love that these are ready to serve! You can also give these to little hands as it will be much easier to eat a dessert in a jar rather than a slice of pie on a plate. They will safely last a few days in the fridge, but you do risk the whipped cream deflating and the graham crackers feeling soggy.
Is this an easy recipe for kids to make for Thanksgiving?
I love letting kids help with this recipe! The hand mixer is where I give them the most help. It’s a great way to teach them to keep their hair tied back and keep fingers out of the bowl. But they love using the stand mixer on their own with instruction, and can easily scoop layers into the jars.
These Pumpkin Pie Parfaits are everything you love about fall desserts, all wrapped up in a single jar. Easy to make, fun to serve, and even better to eat—this might just become your new go-to Thanksgiving treat!
In a large bowl, mix together the pumpkin, cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice and brown sugar with an electric mixer until thoroughly combined, about 2 minutes.
In a separate bowl, or in the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
Layer the parfait ingredients into mason jars in this order: graham crackers, pumpkin cream cheese mixture, whipped cream. Continue to layer to fill the jar, at least 2 layers of each ingredient.
Serve chilled.
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Notes
Crush it: Crush the grahams right in their package! If you are worried it will split open or the kids will be a bit too enthusiastic, you can also use a plastic zippered baggie.
Keep it cold: Make sure your cream is very cold so that it whips up easily.
Mix well: Let the cream cheese sit on the counter for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to combine with the pumpkin.
Thanksgiving is all about making memories, sharing laughs, and tasty treats! Add some extra fun this year with adorable Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels. They’re the perfect edible craft to do with kids and a blast for the whole family to make together! Why Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels Are a Hit! The Ingredients How to Make Thanksgiving Turkey…
Thanksgiving is all about making memories, sharing laughs, and tasty treats! Add some extra fun this year with adorable Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels. They’re the perfect edible craft to do with kids and a blast for the whole family to make together!
Why Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels Are a Hit!
Festive and Fun Display: Make your Thanksgiving table extra festive with these adorable, edible turkey decorations that are as cute as they are tasty!
Family Bonding: While you’ve got the Maple Brined Turkey roasting or the Thanksgiving Sides in the oven, gather the whole family for a fun, hands-on activity that’ll turn snack-making into memory-making!
Kid-Friendly Delight: Keep little ones entertained (and give yourself a breather!) with these playful, yummy turkey pretzels—they’ll love it!
Versatile Treat: Serve these as a sweet dessert or snack for a crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving treat everyone will remember!
The Ingredients
Pretzel Rods: Make sure you get the large pretzel rods to make these!
Coconut Oil (optional): This will help the chocolate look more shiny and solidify once cooled.
Candy Eyes: For your little turkey pretzel to have all the personality.
Candy Corn: You’ll use this candy to make the turkey feathers.
Orange Candy Coated Chocolate: You can use M&Ms or dye free version for this. They’re used to make the turkey’s beak.
How to Make Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels
Step 1: Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe glass or mason jar. Microwave in 30 second increments stirring in between until melted and smooth.
Step 2: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange candy corns into turkey “crowns” using 7 candy corns for each crown. Laying out the crowns will help you map out how many turkeys you can fit on one sheet tray.
Step 3: Dip the top third of a pretzel rod in the melted chocolate. Let excess drip off. Place the pretzel on top of a candy corn crown. Adjust candy corns if necessary making sure each it touching the chocolate covered pretzel. Use another candy corn to prop up the bottom of the rod so it will be level. Place in freezer for 5 minutes to set chocolate.
Step 4: Place the pretzel on top of a candy corn crown. Adjust candy corns if necessary making sure each it touching the chocolate covered pretzel. Use another candy corn to prop up the bottom of the rod so it will be level. Place in freezer for 5 minutes to set chocolate.
Step 5: Use more melted chocolate (you may have to reheat it) to attach the candy eyes and orange chocolate candies for the beak, creating the turkey’s face.
Step 6: Place the assembled turkeys in the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set again. Serve!
Tips for Making This Edible Craft
Smooth Chocolate Tip: Want silky-smooth chocolate? Try melting a little coconut oil with the chocolate chips! It helps everything melt down easily and sets firm when chilled. But no worries if you’re out of coconut oil—plain melted chocolate works just fine!
Prep Your Candy Crowns: Before dipping, line up those candy corn “feathers” so you’re all set. It’ll make it easier to keep track of how many turkeys you can make!
Quick Freezer Fix: Chocolate sliding around? Pop the pretzels in the freezer for a minute to set things fast! A quick chill keeps everything in place for adding those cute little faces.
Enjoy the Imperfections: Don’t stress over the details—these turkeys are all about having fun! Little quirks give them extra charm, so just roll with it and enjoy making your perfectly imperfect creations!
If you’re looking for a fun and festive, kid friendly activity for Thanksgiving this year, these Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels are the answer! They’re perfect for school parties or other fall get togethers too. There’s nothing better than an edible craft! Let me know any questions you have in the comments and leave a rating too!
Whether you're creating a fun activity for the kids or simply looking for a festive and tasty treat, these Thanksgiving Turkey Pretzels are sure to bring joy and laughter to your Thanksgiving festivities.
Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe glass or mason jar. Microwave in 30 second increments stirring in between until melted and smooth.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange candy corns into turkey “crowns” using 7 candy corns for each crown. Laying out the crowns will help you map out how many turkeys you can fit on one sheet tray.
Dip the top third of a pretzel rod in the melted chocolate. Let excess drip off. Place the pretzel on top of a candy corn crown. Adjust candy corns if necessary making sure each it touching the chocolate covered pretzel. Use another candy corn to prop up the bottom of the rod so it will be level. Place in freezer for 5 minutes to allow chocolate to set.
Use more melted chocolate (you may have to reheat it) to attach the candy eyes and orange chocolate candies for the beak, creating the turkey's face.
Place the assembled turkeys in the freezer for 5-10 minutes to allow the chocolate to set again.
Smooth Chocolate Tip: Want silky-smooth chocolate? Try melting a little coconut oil with the chocolate chips! It helps everything melt down easily and sets firm when chilled. But no worries if you’re out of coconut oil—plain melted chocolate works just fine!
Prep Your Candy Crowns: Before dipping, line up those candy corn “feathers” so you’re all set. It’ll make it easier to keep track of how many turkeys you can make!
Quick Freezer Fix: Chocolate sliding around? Pop the pretzels in the freezer for a minute to set things fast! A quick chill keeps everything in place for adding those cute little faces.
Enjoy the Imperfections: Don’t stress over the details—these turkeys are all about having fun! Little quirks give them extra charm, so just roll with it and enjoy making your perfectly imperfect creations!
This Chocolate Tofu Pudding is so easy to prepare and no one will know that it’s actually quite healthy. Made with silken tofu and cocoa powder, it’s a delicious vegan dessert that everyone can love! Why I Love This Recipe The Ingredients Substitutions and Variations One of the best things about this Chocolate Tofu Pudding is how…
This Chocolate Tofu Pudding is so easy to prepare and no one will know that it’s actually quite healthy. Made with silken tofu and cocoa powder, it’s a delicious vegan dessert that everyone can love!
Healthy and Satisfying: Made with protein-packed silken tofu and antioxidant-rich cocoa powder, this vegan chocolate pudding recipe lets you enjoy a sweet treat that’s low in fat and not laden with sugar like many desserts.
Incredibly Easy: With just a handful of ingredients and a food processor, you can whip up this delightful dessert in minutes. It’s perfect for those sudden chocolate cravings!
Creative Use for Tofu: Tofu is one of those amazingly versatile foods that you can use in so many different ways. It’s flavor is neutral, allowing it to take on and absorb the flavors of whatever you make. It’s delicious in this recipe or others like Sweet Gingery Tofu and Mapo Tofu!
Kid-Friendly: This Chocolate Tofu Pudding is so silky and tasty, I guarantee your kids will never notice that it’s not the Jell-O kind from the box.
Soft Silken Tofu: Silken tofu creates the creamy, luscious base for this pudding and is also high in protein. I like House Foods soft silken tofu or Mori-Nu firm silken tofu if you need ideas.
Pure Cocoa Powder: Cocoa powder gives this pudding its deep, intense chocolatey taste.
Agave Nectar: Agave nectar naturally sweetens the pudding while keeping it vegan. You could use any of your favorite liquid sweeteners like maple syrup or honey if you wanted.
Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract enhances the chocolate flavor and adds a lovely aroma.
Substitutions and Variations
One of the best things about this Chocolate Tofu Pudding is how adaptable it is. Here are some ideas to customize it according to your preferences:
Sweeteners: Swap agave nectar with maple syrup or honey (if not strictly vegan).
Cocoa Powder: For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder or experiment with raw cacao powder for added health benefits.
Tofu Type: If you prefer a thicker consistency, use firm silken tofu instead of soft. Avoid using regular firm tofu as it won’t blend as smoothly.
Nut Butters: Add a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter for a nutty twist and extra creaminess.
Spices: Sprinkle in a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for some warmth.
Extracts: Experiment with different extracts like almond or peppermint to create new flavor profiles.
Toppings: Top your chocolate tofu pudding with fresh fruits, nuts, dairy-free coconut whipped cream, dark chocolate shavings or chocolate chips to take it to the next level!
How to Make Healthy Chocolate Tofu Pudding
Step 1: Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend to combine.
Step 2: Scrape down the sides of the food processor and blend again to make sure everything is incorporated.
Step 3: Enjoy it immediately for a softer texture or let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour to set and chill.
Tips and Tricks
Choose the Right Tofu: We tested this recipe 6 times with different brands of tofus and decided that most brands of silken (or soft) tofu in your grocery store refrigerator section or “Mori-Nu silken firm un-refrigerated tofu” (sold at most health food stores) are the best options. Both tofus produced super smooth pudding results!
Adjust Cocoa Powder: You can use more or less cocoa than the amount calls for in the recipe, but 1/3 cup seemed to produce a perfectly chocolatey pudding that wasn’t too light or too rich.
Adjust Sweetness Gradually: Start with the recommended amount of sweetener and adjust gradually to suit your taste. Remember, you can always add more but can’t take it out once added.
Blend Thoroughly: Ensure all ingredients are well-blended to avoid any lumps. Scraping down the sides of the food processor helps in achieving a uniform consistency.
Make Ahead: This pudding is perfect for making ahead of time, in fact, sometimes letting it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours allows the flavors to marry better!
Storage Instructions
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Give it a quick stir before serving again.
FAQs
Can I use regular tofu instead of silken tofu for tofu pudding?
It’s best to use silken tofu for this recipe as it blends smoothly and gives the pudding its creamy texture. Regular tofu won’t provide the same silky consistency.
Is Chocolate Tofu Pudding vegan and gluten-free?
Absolutely! All the ingredients used in this recipe are plant-based and naturally gluten-free, making it suitable for both vegan and gluten-free diets. Just ensure that all your ingredients, especially the cocoa powder and vanilla extract, are certified gluten-free if you have severe sensitivities.
How long does chocolate tofu pudding last in the refrigerator?
You can store the Chocolate Tofu Pudding in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The texture remains smooth and the flavor stays delicious. Remember to give it a quick stir before serving after storing.
Can I freeze chocolate tofu pudding?
Freezing the pudding is not recommended as it can alter the smooth texture, making it grainy once thawed. It’s best enjoyed fresh or refrigerated!
What can I use instead of a food processor?
If you don’t have a food processor, a high-speed blender works just as well. Ensure to blend until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides a few times to achieve the desired consistency.
This recipe takes classic chocolate pudding to the next level and makes it into a guilt-free treat both you and your kids can get excited about! Let me know what you think of this recipe by leaving a comment and rating below!
Place all the ingredients in a food processor and blend to combine.
Scrape down the sides of the food processor and blend again to make sure everything is incorporated.
Enjoy it immediately for a softer texture or let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour to set and chill.
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Notes
Choose the Right Tofu: We tested this recipe 6 times with different brands of tofus and decided that most brands of silken (or soft) tofu in your grocery store will produce silky smooth pudding. Avoid using regular firm tofu as it won’t blend as smoothly.
Adjust Cocoa Powder: You can use more or less cocoa than the amount calls for in the recipe, but 1/3 cup seemed to produce a perfectly chocolatey pudding that wasn’t too light or too rich for us.
Adjust Sweetness Gradually: Start with the recommended amount of sweetener and adjust gradually to suit your taste. Remember, you can always add more but can’t take it out once added.
Blend Thoroughly: Ensure all ingredients are well-blended to avoid any lumps. Scraping down the sides of the food processor helps in achieving a uniform consistency.
Make Ahead: This pudding is perfect for making ahead of time, in fact, sometimes letting it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours allows the flavors to marry better!
Make this tangy tomato and onion salad with fresh tomatoes and crunchy onions in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. An easy recipe with plenty of tips to guide you.
Make this tangy tomato and onion salad with fresh tomatoes and crunchy onions in a zesty homemade vinaigrette. An easy recipe with plenty of tips to guide you.
You’ll devour this delicious cracked corn salad made with sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a tangy homemade dressing. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
You’ll devour this delicious cracked corn salad made with sweet corn, crispy bacon, and a tangy homemade dressing. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion!
This is my go-to Lemon Vinaigrette recipe. I love it over any salad, from simple green salads, Cobb salad and even over roasted veggies. It’s bright, healthy, and can be made ahead. Lemon Vinaigrette I may be biased, but I think this is the best l…
This is my go-to Lemon Vinaigrette recipe. I love it over any salad, from simple green salads, Cobb salad and even over roasted veggies. It’s bright, healthy, and can be made ahead. Lemon Vinaigrette I may be biased, but I think this is the best lemon vinaigrette recipe. It’s much better and cheaper than any dressing […]
