Greek Yogurt Parfait (Printer-friendly)
Creamy Greek yogurt layered with fresh berries, honey and granola for a quick, light breakfast or dessert.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
→ Fruit
02 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
→ Sweetener
03 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
→ Crunch
04 - 1 cup granola
→ Garnish
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts, such as almonds, pistachios, or walnuts
06 - Fresh mint leaves
# How-To Guide:
01 - Wash all fresh berries thoroughly and slice any larger fruits into bite-size pieces.
02 - Spoon 2 to 3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into the base of each parfait glass or small jar.
03 - Layer fresh mixed berries over the yogurt, drizzling lightly with honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness.
04 - Distribute a portion of granola on top of the fruit layer to provide crunch.
05 - Continue alternating yogurt, berries with sweetener, and granola until glasses are filled, finishing with a topping of berries and a sprinkle of granola.
06 - Finish each parfait with chopped nuts and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately for optimal texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This parfait feels like dessert but secretly powers you through breakfast or snack time.
- It’s endlessly flexible—swap out fruits, add your favorite nuts, or sneak in a dash of cinnamon for your own spin.
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- If you wait too long to serve, the granola softens and loses its irresistible crunch.
- Swirling a little citrus zest into the yogurt wakes up the whole parfait and makes the flavors pop.
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- Layering in small jars with lids means you can make these parfaits ahead for a grab-and-go snack.
- A pinch of salt on the nuts or granola balances all the sweet and tart notes beautifully—don’t skip it if you love contrast.