A festive brunch bar with creamy yogurt, spiced pudding, fruit compote, and crunchy toppings for holiday gatherings.
# Components:
→ Parfait Base
01 - 1 quart thick Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
02 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
03 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
→ Christmas Pudding Layer
04 - 9 ounces Christmas pudding, crumbled
→ Fruit Compote
05 - 7 ounces mixed berries, fresh or frozen
06 - 2 tablespoons sugar
07 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Toppings
08 - 3.5 ounces granola
09 - 1.75 ounces toasted nuts (pecans or almonds), chopped
10 - 1.75 ounces dried cranberries or raisins
11 - 1 apple, diced
12 - 1 orange, segmented
13 - 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
14 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
15 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Combine berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries soften and mixture thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
02 - In a bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup until smooth and fully combined.
03 - Place yogurt mixture, crumbled Christmas pudding, cooled fruit compote, and all toppings in separate bowls for self-assembly.
04 - Layer yogurt, Christmas pudding, and fruit compote in serving glasses or jars. Top with granola, nuts, dried fruit, diced apple, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and fresh mint leaves.
05 - Allow guests to build their servings according to personal preference and enjoy immediately.
