Candy Corn Protein Parfait Cups: A Festive High-Protein Halloween Snack Under $2
These candy corn protein parfait cups bring the iconic look of the classic Halloween candy to a snack that’s actually built around real nutrition. Plain Greek yogurt gets divided and tinted into the three signature candy corn colors, orange, yellow, and white, then layered into clear cups to mimic that unmistakable striped look everyone associates with the holiday. Each layer carries its share of vanilla protein powder and a touch of honey, meaning every colorful bite still works toward your daily protein goal rather than delivering an empty sugar rush like the real candy would. This is a fun, visually striking dessert that’s perfect for a Halloween party spread or just a playful seasonal treat to keep in the fridge for yourself. With 18 grams of protein per serving and a genuinely eye-catching presentation, this recipe is designed to stop the scroll on Pinterest during peak Halloween search season. At under $2 per serving, it’s a colorful, festive way to satisfy a sweet tooth without derailing your goals.
Ingredients
Method
- Divide the Greek yogurt evenly into three small bowls.
- Whisk the protein powder, honey, vanilla extract, and salt evenly across all three bowls, dividing each ingredient into thirds.
- Leave one bowl of yogurt plain white.
- Tint the second bowl with yellow food coloring, stirring until evenly colored.
- Tint the third bowl with orange food coloring, stirring until evenly colored.
- In two small clear serving cups, layer the orange yogurt on the bottom, followed by the yellow layer, and finish with the white layer on top to mimic candy corn stripes.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to let the layers set slightly.
- Serve cold.
