Dairy-free pitaya parfait makes a great breakfast or snack. It is completely dairy-free and full of flavor.
I love being in the kitchen and creating new recipes, especially with products that are new to me. A couple weeks ago I posted a recipe for dragon fruit mocktails that were a big hit. Working with pitaya powder is so fun, and I love the vibrant color it adds to food. The best part is the color is all natural, which is my favorite way to color food. It’s also dairy-free so it works great if you have a dairy allergy or follow a plant-based diet.
This dairy-free pitaya parfait recipe is made using the same pitaya powder from NW Bulk Market. If you haven’t had a chance to check out their site yet, I highly recommend it. I love that I can buy a variety of pantry items in the quantity I need at a great price.
How do I use pitaya powder?
Pitaya powder can be uses in smoothie bowls, parfaits, puddings, drinks, yogurts, and more. It enhances the color of your food naturally without adding any fake coloring. There is not much taste to the pitaya powder, so it can be added into many different foods without altering the flavor.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Unique way to use Pitaya powder
- Great for breakfast or snack
- Dairy free for those who avoid dairy
Ingredients
What you’ll need to make this recipe.
- Dates
- Cinnamon
- Almond Milk
- Pitaya Powder
- Mangoes
- Banana
- Dragon fruit
How to make this recipe
First, the dates need to have the pits removed. I made this mistake once when throwing dates into the food processor. It’s hard to see or feel the pit because the dates are soft and don’t seem like they would have a pit.
1 – Once the dates are pitted, toss them in the food processor along with the cinnamon. Together they blend into a nice mixture for the perfect crust to the parfait. It will be very sticky. For a less sticky consistency add some dried mulberries or oats to the mix. Then divide the mixture evenly into two glasses and set aside.
2 – For the parfait pitaya mix, place the frozen mango, banana, dragon fruit, along with the pitaya powder and almond milk into a blender and blend until smooth.
The consistency for this parfait works best when blending fruit that is completely solid. I recommend starting with less almond milk until the desired consistency is reached because more can always be added to thin it out.
3 – Pour over the date crust. Top with your favorite fruit, like frozen blueberries or kiwi.
Can I store my parfait for later?
The parfait should be eaten immediately, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.
Calories per serving (1 parfait): 291
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Dairy-Free Pitaya Parfait
Ingredients
- 4 dates, pitted
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups cubed dragon fruit, frozen
- 1 cup cubed mangoes, frozen
- 1 medium banana, frozen
- 2 tbsp pitaya powder for color
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
Instructions
- Place pitted dates and cinnamon in food processor until dates are no longer chunky. Divide crust into the bottom of two glasses.
- Add frozen fruit and almond milk to food processor or blender, and blend until fruit is smooth and to desired consistency.
- Divide fruit mixture, filling the two glasses over the crust.
- Top with an assortment of fruit, such as blueberries, kiwi and mango.
Notes
- Oats or mulberries can be added to the date mixture to make crust less sticky.
- Feel free to layer the date mixture, blended fruit mixture, and fresh fruit to create a layered parfait.Â
- Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Nutrition
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I didn’t know there was a pitaya powder. I need to find this. I use the frozen pitaya for smoothies and that is hard to keep all the time.
Yes, it’s great stuff! I provide a link to my favorite place to buy from. 🙂
I had never heard of pitaya before – it’s a game-changer and I have been adding it to everything for the kids! This recipe is perfect for breakfast!
Thanks! 🙂
I need to find that pitaya powder, it gives the smoothie such a beautiful color. I love the fruit combination in the smoothie as well.
Thank you! 🙂
What a gorgeous parfait! I’ve never tried pitaya powder before, but I’m going to find some. I love that this is sweetened with dates!
Thank you! 🙂
Great color , great photo. Love the idea of cinnamon and dates as the crust at the bottom. My husband would love this.
The cinnamon and oats at the bottom is my favorite part, so I’m sure he will love it. 🙂
Thank you for introducing me to pitaya powder, I’d never heard of it before but I love being able to use ingredients that are natural!
Awesome! That’s great! 🙂
Pitaya fruit is absolutely new to me and have never tried it. I would love to make this parfait for my breakfast.
I hope you try it soon. 🙂
I love parfaits and that this one is so unique using pitaya powder! Love the vibrant color!
Thank you! 🙂
I was not aware of Pitaya powder, thanks for the info. The parfait looks so refreshing, I would love to have this as my lunch. Filling and healthy
Thanks! 🙂
A great parfait recipe here, I’ve got to say I have never heard of pitaya powder before, but I’ll look it up. Great idea to use no sugar but dates instead to sweeten this up. Loving it!
Thank you! 🙂
I’ve never heard of pitaya but i’ll be looking out for it. That smoothie looks amazing!
Katie xoxo
Thank you! 🙂
Made this for the family and it was a hit!
That’s great! 🙂
Such a fresh breakfast or treat! Love the flavors in this recipe
Thanks! 🙂
Yum! This parfait is so good. I love the colors too. P.S. Now I must have some of this pitaya powder on hand all the time.
It is pretty awesome stuff!
What a delicious and healthy recipe! I love the addition of pitaya in here!
Thanks! 🙂
My daughter has been loving smoothies lately but they have to be purple so adding pitaya powder to any smoothie will make the perfect smoothie for her. Excited to try your pitaya parfait too.
Awesome, I hope she likes! 🙂