Ingredients and Weight: - Rolled oats (3 cups) - Pitted Medjool dates (1 cup) - Almond butter (1/2 cup) - Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon) - Cinnamon (1 teaspoon) - Apples (2, peeled and diced) - Plant-based yogurt (2 cups) - Maca powder (1 tablespoon) - Strawberries (1 cup, sliced)
Preparation Time: - 15 minutes
Cooking Time: - 10 minutes (for the oatmeal)
Difficulty Level: - 2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. To make the oatmeal base, heat 3 cups of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once boiling, add the oats and cook for 10 minutes, or until tender. 2. While the oatmeal is cooking, prepare the yogurt mixture. In a blender or food processor, combine the almond butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and plant-based yogurt. Blend until smooth. 3. To assemble the parfaits, layer the oatmeal, yogurt mixture, apples, and strawberries in 8 individual parfait glasses or jars. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up. 4. Top with a sprinkle of maca powder.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Protein: 10g - Carbs: 50g - Fat: 15g
Dish Characteristics: - Vegan and gluten-free - Creamy and satisfying - Apple-forward flavor with a hint of strawberry sweetness - Maca powder adds a boost of energy and nutrition
User Comments: - "This parfait is the perfect healthy breakfast or snack! It's so creamy and filling." - "I love the combination of flavors and textures in this parfait. The apples and strawberries add a great sweetness." - "I've never tried maca powder before, but I love the earthy flavor it adds to this dish."
Special Precautions and Tips: - If you don't have almond butter, you can substitute any other nut or seed butter. - To make the parfait ahead of time, prepare the oatmeal and yogurt mixture as directed and store them separately in the refrigerator overnight. Assemble the parfaits before serving. - For a sweeter parfait, add a drizzle of maple syrup or honey on top.