Pumpkin Parfait by Jo

Ingredients

• 1 can of pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup of cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1/2 cup of graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup of chopped pecans

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until well combined.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
3. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until combined.
4. In a parfait glass, layer the pumpkin mixture with the graham cracker crumbs and chopped pecans, alternating each layer until the glass is full.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a good source of vitamin A, which is important for healthy eyesight.
• The combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger gives pumpkin parfait its signature flavor.
• Pumpkin parfait makes a perfect make-ahead dessert for any occasion.