🍁 Wind Down with This Easy Fall After-Work Snack: Apple Cinnamon Yogurt Parfait

After a long day at work, you deserve a snack that’s comforting, nourishing, and easy to pull together. Enter: the Apple Cinnamon Yogurt Parfait — a five-minute fall treat that tastes like dessert but feels like a hug in a bowl.

It’s layered with crisp cinnamon-spiced apples, creamy Greek yogurt, and crunchy granola—giving you just the right balance of protein, fiber, and cozy fall flavor. No oven, no stress, just fall goodness in a cup.

🧡 Why You’ll Love It:

  • Quick to prep: Ready in under 10 minutes
  • Fall flavors: Think apple pie vibes, without the effort
  • Nutritious & satisfying: Full of protein, fiber, and natural sweetness
  • Customizable: Make it your own with toppings or dairy-free swaps

🍎 Ingredients (Serves 1–2):

  • 1 apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji are great), diced
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tsp coconut oil or butter (optional, for sautéing)
  • ¾ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup granola (your favorite brand or homemade)
  • Optional toppings: chopped nuts, chia seeds, extra drizzle of maple syrup

🍂 Quick Instructions:

  1. Warm the apples (optional):
    In a small pan, heat coconut oil or butter over medium heat. Add diced apple, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Sauté for 3–4 minutes, until apples are soft and fragrant.
  2. Assemble your parfait:
    In a glass or bowl, layer Greek yogurt, half the apples, and a sprinkle of granola. Repeat layers.
  3. Top it off:
    Finish with a drizzle of maple syrup, chopped nuts, or extra cinnamon. Enjoy warm or chilled!

✨ Quick Tips:

  • Make it portable: Pack it in a mason jar for a post-workout or on-the-go evening snack.
  • Vegan option: Use coconut yogurt and maple syrup.
  • Add protein: Stir a little protein powder into the yogurt for extra fuel.

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