Easy Carrot Cake Yogurt Parfait
A delightful and wholesome parfait that combines the comforting flavors of carrot cake with creamy Greek yogurt, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or light desserts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups grated carrots
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup plain flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup canola oil
- 1/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and get a cake pan greased and floured.
- Combine the grated carrots, eggs, maple syrup, and canola oil in a mixing bowl, stirring until well mixed.
- Whisk together the sugar, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mix, folding gently until just combined.
- Fold in the sweetened coconut and chopped pecans for added crunch.
- Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the carrot cake to cool completely before cutting it into pieces.
- Layer the Greek yogurt with chunks of carrot cake in serving glasses or bowls.
- Repeat the layers until the glasses are full and finish with additional coconut and pecans.
- Chill slightly before serving and enjoy every delicious layer!
Notes
For best results, use finely grated carrots and consider toasting the pecans for enhanced flavor. Store layers separately to maintain crunch.
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