A few days ago, one of my co-workers asked me what my dream job would be. My answer was that, if I could spend my entire day in the kitchen creating and experimenting with recipes, I would be extremely happy. Then I explained to him how Vicky and I started "May I have that recipe" and what we do. He looked both surprised and impressed!
Of all the fun things we do here with our blog, I would say that, what we call "recipe makeovers", are my favorite thing to do. I love to take traditional recipes and give them a twist: vegan, vegetarian, dairy free, light... You name it, I do it. And I thoroughly enjoy the process.
I came up with this recipe one afternoon, when I was really craving one of my very favorite desserts: pumpkin pie. I could have made it. I could have bought it. But honestly, the calorie conscious personal trainer/nutritionist in me didn't allow me to. Instead, it forced me to look for a lighter, protein packed, more nutritious, definitely faster alternative.
Using some Greek Yogurt I had at home, courtesy of our friends at Chobani, some always-present-in-my-pantry canned pumpkin and ginger snaps I had brought from work, this little treat satisfied my craving and left my belly surprisingly full!
And if you would like to try your own makeover and make it an even lighter treat, try substituting stevia for the sugar and maple syrup... and if you're one of those sweet/salty combination lovers, like I am, try it with with some crushed up Pretzel Crisps on top. The variations are endless! Feel free to post yours 🙂
Enjoy!
I-Can't-Believe-It's-Not-Pumpkin-Pie Pumpkin Treat
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 8 1x
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain non fat Greek Yogurt ( we use Chobani)
- 2- 15oz cans pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp water
- 4 tbsp dark brown sugar (we use Wholesome Sweeteners Organic Dark Brown Sugar)
- 5 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or to taste)
- 16 ginger snaps, crushed
- 8 tbsp chopped pecans
Instructions
- Whisk together yogurt, and pumpkin puree.
- In a small bowl, mix water and brown sugar until dissolved. Poor into pumpkin mixture, add maple syrup and spice and mix well
- Spoon into 8 bowls, reserving 8 tablespoons. Top with crushed ginger snaps, 1 tablespoon of pumpkin mixture and 1 tablespoon chopped pecans per bowl
- Prep Time: 5 mins
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes
I love this idea!! Gorgeous photos, too!!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you very much Ashley!
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs
This looks way better than old pumpkin pie to me. Love the greek yogurt addition! And the pretzels on top!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you we love making desserts with greek yogurt, it adds creaminess and protein.
Kelly
What a great pumpkin dessert - I love that it's on the lighter side too 🙂 Looks wonderful!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you, We don't want to give up our pumpkin dessert, so we have to make them lighter 🙂
Alison@AliBabka
Such an awesome pumpkin dessert...love the ginger snaps in them, they are my fav cookie!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you so much! ginger snaps add a nice crunch and flavor to this pumpkin treat.
Cass @foodmyfriend
So cool! I am looking for great ideas for our belated thanks giving here. This is perfect 🙂
Vicky & Ruth
Glad we could help, enjoy! 🙂
Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic
Ahhh I would love this healthier version of pumpkin pie! Lately I've been obsessed with pumpkin too 🙂
Vicky & Ruth
Pumpkin obsession is a good one as far as we are concerned! Really love your linguini with pumpkin cream sauce!
Ronnie Fein
I have that job (in the kitchen making new recipes) and it is so good (except for the wreck of my hands and the constant need to shower and wear "cooking clothes")! So I know what you mean. This pumpkin mousse looks wonderful and we love Chobani here.
Vicky & Ruth
Lucky you, maybe one day we will manage to make cooking our full time job as well 🙂
Chanie@BusyInBrooklyn
this looks so decadent! and healthy too!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you, guilt free decadence 🙂
Couldn't Be Parve
This looks so tasty, and the picture is beautiful! This looks like a great afternoon snack/treat for my kids, I am going to try it!
Vicky & Ruth
Yeah, that is a great way to hide a high fiber vegetable!
jessica // the kosher foodies
this looks great. my brother would absolutely love it!
Vicky & Ruth
Great, let us know if you make it for him.
Sarah Klinkowitz
Wonderful, healthy riff off the old calorie-heavy classic! Excellent!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you, we have fun making classics lighter, like our guilt free tiramisu shots: https://mayihavethatrecipe.com/2012/12/23/easy-entertaining-lightened-up-tiramisu-shots/
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life
I've made this before, but without the gingersnaps - what a smart addition! Greek yogurt and pumpkin puree are two of my favorite ingredients to bake, or "no bake" 🙂 with. Pumpkin pie is one of my favorite splurges, but I love this lighter option! Thanks for sharing!
Vicky & Ruth
We agree, pumpkin puree and greek yogurt is a great combination and it makes a great and filling snack.
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen
Oh yum! This looks like one of those desserts I would eat in very tiny spoonfuls to savor it for as long as possible! Love the pecans on top.
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you Christin!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl
I love pumpkin puree and have a few fresh batches made from the garden, this looks like the perfect treat for it!
Vicky & Ruth
We love your garden, it is sooooo cool
Marcie
I absolutely love this dessert and I haven't even tasted it yet. Just knowing I can eat a pumpkin pie inspired dessert without guilt thrills me, ad I love Greek yogurt! Pinning this to try.
Vicky & Ruth
So glad you like it, hope you give it a try soon.
Cate @ Chez CateyLou
What a great recipe makeover! It looks delicious. I love Greek yogurt, it is so rich and creamy, but I don't feel guilty eating it!
Vicky & Ruth
That was our goal, a guilt free pumpkin pie treat!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef
Oh my, I can close my eyes and feel the texture on my tongue and taste the tang of the yogurt along with the sweetness of the pumpkin and maple. The pecans are just perfect on top.
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you so much! WOW, We loved how you described this pumpkin treat. Since we have already finished it, it makes us want to go and make another batch right now!
Rachel Cooks
Love this lighter take on pumpkin pie! Definitely try this.
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you! We loved your filo straws, can't wait to try them
Shundara@SavyNaturalista
That would be the be the best dream job ever! I don't think I can do it but I love to eat so that would be a plus. I love how healthy and yummy this recipe is! Gosh that pumpkin has a lot of color 🙂
Vicky & Ruth
Pumpkin adds color and fiber and the greek yogurt protein. It's a win, win!
Melissa {lilmisscakes}
What a great remix! I like this idea, it makes classic pumpkin pie interesting again! Lovely presentation.
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you Melissa, that means a lot coming from you.
Shashi @ http://runninsrilankan.com
So glad I stumbled by - what an awesome blog yall have here! And LOVE this pumpkin pie-like dessert! Thanks for sharing!
Vicky & Ruth
Thank you very much. We are so glad you found us!
Tamar Genger @joyofkosher
I could see making this for breakfast, I wonder if I can get my non yogurt eating son to eat it.
Vicky & Ruth
Nothing better that "hiding" yogurt on a sweet pumpkin treat, he will get fiber and protein. I hope it works, let us know.
Johanna GGG
Wow this sounds delicious and easy on the hips - it is quite fun to play with recipes - I sometimes feel I could spend all day in the kitchen (except after a day in the kitchen when I am usually quite exhausted)
Kiran @ KiranTarun.com
Love the use of yogurt in this dipped!! YUM!!
Vicky & Ruth
Thanks, greek yogurt seems to make everything better!
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen
Yum! This looks delicious! I came over from Honey & Figs - so glad I found you. I love this Pumpkin recipe - pumpkin is one of my favorites!
Vicky & Ruth
We are so glad you found us!
Alissia
I made this last night and am thinking the 3tbsp of pumpkin pie seasoning might actually be more like 3tsp--since mine got gritty and tasted way overseasoned. So my advice to others would be tomake sure and season to taste instead of measure and dump like I did. 🙂 Otherwise, I'm sure the recipe would've been delicious!
Vicky & Ruth
Alissia, thank you for pointing that out. We made a mistake when writing the recipe and the correct measurement is 3 tsp not 3 tbs. We are going to correct the recipe. Thank you for your feedback.