This Yogurt Berry Parfait is a light and refreshing summer breakfast or snack! It's made with layered yogurt, fresh berries, and a homemade berry sauce. Packed with flavor and antioxidants, this parfait is sure to become a new favorite!
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Why This Recipe Works
- Healthy Indulgence: Berry parfaits are packed with guilt free ingredients.
- Customizable: You can easily swap out the berries or granola to fit your personal preferences.
- Perfect for Anytime: Enjoy this creamy vanilla yogurt and berry parfait as a refreshing breakfast, snack, or a light dessert.
📋 Ingredients
- Yogurt: Offers a tangy contrast to the sweetness of the berries and granola, while also providing a healthy dose of probiotics.
- Crunchy Granola: Add a delightful crunch to your parfait with granola, which also provides fiber and protein for a more satisfying breakfast or dessert.
- Berries: Offer a sweet, juicy burst of flavor with natural sugars that perfectly complement the tartness of the yogurt.
- Cream Cheese: If you wish to add a little cream cheese or mascarpone cheese to the yogurt feel free to combine. I like to add ½ a teaspoon of vanilla extract to mix the cheese and yogurt well.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Yogurt Alternatives: Swap traditional Greek yogurt with plant-based options like almond, coconut, or cashew yogurt for a dairy-free version. Vanilla or honey-flavored yogurt can add extra sweetness.
- Berry Variations: Use a mix of fresh or frozen berries like strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries. Try diced mango, kiwi, or pomegranate for a unique twist.
- Granola Options: Substitute granola with toasted nuts, seeds, or crushed whole-grain cereal for a different texture. Opt for homemade granola to control sweetness and ingredients.
- Flavor Enhancements: Drizzle with honey, maple syrup, or a spoonful of nut butter for added richness. Sprinkle cinnamon, coconut flakes, or dark chocolate shavings for extra flavor and crunch.
🔀 Optional Toppings
When serving a yogurt parfait, you'll want complementary items that enhance its flavors and textures. Here are some options:
- Heavy Whipping Cream: Add some whipped cream to the top of your parfait for extra creaminess. Heavy cream will give make the dessert even more luxurious.
- Nuts and Seeds: Toasted nuts like almonds, walnuts, or pecans, as well as seeds such as chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds, can add a delightful crunch and boost of protein and healthy fats.
- Honey or Maple Syrup: For added sweetness, drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the yogurt parfait. This enhances the flavor and provides a touch of natural sweetness.
- Coconut Flakes: Toasted coconut flakes can add a tropical flair and extra texture to your parfait. They offer a subtle sweetness and a hint of nuttiness.
🔪How to Make Yogurt Berry Parfait
Step One: Cut strawberries into pieces.
Step Two: Put some berries (strawberries or other) on the bottom of the glass. You can use only sliced strawberries or a mixture of different berries. Add yogurt.
Step Three: Add the rest of the berries again.
Step Four: Cover them with the remaining yogurt. Sprinkle with some granola and top with optional fresh mint.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Layer for the Best Texture: Start with a base of creamy yogurt, followed by fresh berries and a sprinkle of granola. Repeat layers for a visually appealing and well-balanced parfait.
- Enhance the Flavor: Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the yogurt for natural sweetness, and add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract for extra depth.
- Assemble Just Before Serving: To keep the granola crunchy, layer it on top right before serving or store it separately to maintain its crisp texture.
💭 FAQs
I recommend using plain Greek yogurt. Greek Yogurt is thicker and creamier than regular yogurt, and it also has more protein. This makes it the perfect base for a parfait. You can use any type of yogurt you like, but we think that Greek yogurt gives the best results.
I love using a mix of strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries. However, you can use any type of berries you like. Blackberries, cherries, and even mango would be delicious in this parfait.
We recommend storing the parfait in an airtight container in the fridge. This will prevent the yogurt and berries from separating. If keeping in the glass be sure to cover with plastic wrap. This parfait will last in the fridge for 3-4 days. The yogurt and berries will start to separate after a few days, but it will still taste delicious!
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Yogurt Berry Parfait With Granola:
- Layered in Jars for a Grab-and-Go Breakfast: Serve the parfaits in mason jars or small containers, layering yogurt, mixed berries, and granola for a portable, delicious breakfast or snack.
- With Honey or Maple Drizzle: Drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the top of the parfait just before serving for added sweetness and a glossy finish.
- Topped with Chopped Nuts and Seeds: Add a sprinkle of chopped almonds, walnuts, or chia seeds for extra crunch and healthy fats, making the parfait even more filling.
- As a Dessert with Dark Chocolate Shavings: For a decadent treat, top the parfait with dark chocolate shavings or a few chocolate chips. This turns the parfait into a light dessert option that still feels indulgent.
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Delicious Yogurt Berry Parfait with Granola
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Yogurt Plain, Greek Yoghurt to suit personal taste
- 2 tbsp. Granola plain or any type of Granola will do for personal preference.
- 0.5 cups Berries Any berries will do or mixed berries depending on personal preference.
Instructions
- Cut strawberries into pieces.
- Put some berries (strawberries or other) on the bottom of the glass. You can use only slice strawberries or a mixture of different berries. Add yogurt.
- Add rest of the berries again.
- Cover them with rest yogurt.
- Sprinkle with some granola. Decorate.
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