Apple Pie Yogurt Parfait (Easy, WW Friendly Breakfast or Dessert)

For years carrot cake was my favorite dessert—I ordered it every time I saw it on a menu. Apple pie was a close second. These days I’m happy with a few bites of the real thing when the occasion calls for it, but on an ordinary Tuesday morning I want something that gives me those same warm, spiced, sweet flavors without the full calorie commitment.

This apple pie parfait does exactly that. Warm cinnamon-scented apples cooked in the microwave (affiliate link), layered with sweetened Greek yogurt and a crumble of graham cracker on top—it takes ten minutes, makes one serving, and genuinely tastes like dessert at breakfast. I had it three days in a row the first week I made it.

Adapted from Hungry Girl Magazine (affiliate link), Summer 2018.

Why I Love This Recipe

• 10 minutes, one serving — breakfast, snack, or light dessert
• 167 calories and 2 WW Points — apple pie flavors for almost nothing
• The microwave (affiliate link) does all the real work — warm spiced apples in 2–3 minutes
• Endlessly adaptable — peach, pear, blueberry, or strawberry all work beautifully

Calories and WW Points

According to my calculations, this parfait has 167 calories and just 2 WW Points.

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4 PointsPlus (Old plan)

Ingredients and Substitutions

• Apples — 1 cup peeled and chopped Fuji or Gala, but use whatever you like best. I’m a big fan of Pink Ladies. The apple variety will affect sweetness and how quickly they soften in the microwave.
• Cornstarch — 2 teaspoons mixed with 1 tablespoon water before adding the apples. This is what gives the cooked apples an apple pie filling consistency rather than just microwaved apple pieces. If you don’t have cornstarch, arrowroot or instant granulated tapioca both work as substitutes. Or skip it—the filling will be less thick but still delicious.
• No-calorie sweetener — one packet of Truvia (affiliate link) or your preferred sweetener, divided between the apple mixture and the yogurt. Regular sugar, honey, or maple syrup all work; they’ll add a few calories and points, so adjust in the WW app.
• Cinnamon — ¼-teaspoon total, split between the apple mixture and the yogurt. Don’t skimp—the cinnamon is what makes this taste like pie.
• Vanilla extract — just ¼-teaspoon but it rounds out the flavor noticeably.
• Plain fat-free Greek yogurt — ½-cup. It stands in for whipped cream in the parfait. Low-fat Greek yogurt works too with a slight points increase.
• Graham cracker crumbs — 1 graham cracker (¼ of a sheet), finely crushed. This is the “crust” element. A teaspoon of granola, crushed cereal, or cookie crumbs all work as swaps.

How To Make Apple Pie Yogurt Parfait

Step 1: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, stir together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water until dissolved.

Step 2: Add the chopped apples, half of the sweetener packet, 1/8-teaspoon of the cinnamon, the vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.

Step 3: Cover and microwave until the mixture thickens and the apples are slightly softened, about 2–3 minutes. Cooking time will vary depending on your microwave and the apple variety. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4: In a small bowl (affiliate link), stir together the yogurt, the remaining half packet of sweetener, and the remaining 1/8-teaspoon cinnamon until well blended.

Step 5: To assemble, spoon half the yogurt into a glass. Top with half the apple mixture. Repeat with the remaining yogurt and apples. Sprinkle with the crushed graham cracker crumbs just before serving.

Tips for Success

• Don’t overcook the apples. You want them slightly softened and saucy, not completely broken down. Check at 2 minutes and add time in 30-second increments.
• Let the apple mixture cool for a minute or two before layering—it’s better warm than hot against the yogurt.
• Add the graham cracker crumbs at the end. If they sit in the parfait they’ll absorb moisture and lose their crunch. Sprinkle just before eating.
• Try other fruit. The same technique works beautifully with peaches, pears, blueberries, or strawberries—just adjust the cooking time based on the fruit’s moisture content.

Storing

Best assembled and eaten immediately—the graham cracker crumbs go soft quickly and the layers lose their definition. If you want to prep ahead, the cooked apple mixture can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and the yogurt mixture can be made the day before. Assemble and add the crumbs just before serving.

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Source: Summer 2018 Hungry Girl Magazine (affiliate link)

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add oatmeal to this?
It’s worth experimenting. Cooked oatmeal stirred into the yogurt layer (or layered on top of yogurt would make this more substantial as a breakfast. Granola as the topping crunch element is another good option—a teaspoon adds texture without much extra points.

Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?
Yes—regular plain yogurt works, though it’s thinner and less creamy. Vanilla yogurt is good too and means you can skip the sweetener and vanilla extract in the yogurt layer.

Does the cornstarch make a big difference?
It genuinely does—it turns the apple mixture from microwaved apple chunks into something that resembles pie filling. Worth the extra step. But if you don’t have it, the parfait still tastes good without it; the filling will just be thinner and a bit more watery.

More WW Friendly Apple Recipes

• Easy Low Calorie Apple Pie Squares
• Healthy Apple Yogurt Bowl
• Microwave Baked Apple with Cranberries and Maple Syrup
• Crock Pot Apple Compote
• Easy Low Calorie Stir Fried Cinnamon Apples
• Healthy Apple Yogurt Bowl
  

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• A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the WeightWatchers Program
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• What Foods Should I Eat in a Day on WeightWatchers
• WeightWatchers Zero Points Foods List
• WeightWatchers Friendly Meal Plans
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Food For Thought:

“The hunger for love is much more difficult to remove than the hunger for bread.” ~ Mother Teresa