Description
A bright, uplifting winter verrine inspired by Tori’s West‑Coast love of fresh, nourishing flavours. Sweet oranges warm gently with cinnamon and maple, layered over creamy vanilla yogurt and finished with a rustic oat‑almond crumble. It’s refreshing, cozy, and perfect for Winter mornings, snack breaks or a light dessert that feels clean and energizing.
This verrine brings winter radiance through vitamin‑rich citrus and warm spices — a beautiful balance of brightness and comfort.
Ingredients
Spiced Orange Layer
- 1 orange, peeled and diced
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1 tsp water
Maple‑Vanilla Yogurt Layer
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp vanilla
Almond‑Oat Crumble
- 1 tbsp oats
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Cook spiced oranges: Add orange pieces, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water to a small pan. Warm 2–3 minutes until glossy and fragrant. Cool slightly.
- Prepare yogurt layer: Mix Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Make crumble: Combine oats, almonds, and cinnamon.
- Assemble verrine:
- Spoon warm spiced orange mixture into the bottom of a glass.
- Add a layer of maple‑vanilla yogurt.
- Finish with almond‑oat crumble.
- Serve immediately or chill for a firmer, cooler texture.
Storage
Store components separately for best texture:
- Spiced orange mixture: 2–3 days refrigerated
- Yogurt layer: 3 days refrigerated
- Crumble: room temperature
Assemble just before serving to maintain crunch and creaminess.
Beauty Benefits
- Oranges — vitamin C for brightness and collagen support
- Greek yogurt — probiotics for clarity and balanced winter skin
- Almonds — healthy fats for barrier strength and glow
- Oats — soothe inflammation and support hydration
- Cinnamon + nutmeg — boost circulation for a natural winter radiance
