Description
Creamy yogurt parfait layers Mediterranean-inspired flavors with fresh berries and crunchy granola, creating a delightful breakfast or snack. Quick and easy to assemble, this parfait offers a perfect balance of protein, sweetness, and texture you’ll crave any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Dairy Ingredient:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Greek yogurt
Fruits and Toppings:
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) fresh fruit (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, mango, or banana)
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) granola
Optional Sweeteners and Garnishes:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (10 grams) nuts and seeds (almonds, chia seeds, or flaxseeds)
- 1 tablespoon (10 grams) dark chocolate or coconut flakes
Instructions
- Select a clear, tall glass or parfait dish to showcase the vibrant layers of your yogurt parfait.
- Pour a generous base layer of creamy yogurt, creating a smooth and even foundation for the parfait.
- Sprinkle a handful of fresh, colorful berries over the yogurt, distributing them evenly to ensure each spoonful has a burst of fruity flavor.
- Drizzle a thin stream of honey or maple syrup across the berry layer, adding a delicate sweetness that complements the tangy yogurt.
- Generously scatter a layer of crunchy granola over the syrup, providing a satisfying textural contrast to the soft yogurt and juicy berries.
- Repeat the layering process: add another layer of yogurt, followed by more berries, a touch of syrup, and a sprinkle of granola.
- Continue building layers until the glass is nearly full, ensuring a visually appealing and balanced combination of ingredients.
- For a final flourish, top the parfait with a small handful of chopped nuts or additional granola for extra crunch.
- Serve immediately to preserve the granola’s crispness and enjoy the harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
Notes
- Swap regular yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like coconut or almond yogurt for vegan or lactose-intolerant diets.
- Layer parfaits in advance and store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours to save time during busy mornings.
- Toast granola or nuts briefly before adding to enhance their nutty flavor and provide a delightful crunch.
- Experiment with seasonal fruits to keep the parfait exciting and maximize nutritional variety throughout the year.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg