Description
A quick and easy Greek Yogurt Parfait recipe featuring creamy plain Greek yogurt layered with fresh fruit and crunchy granola, optionally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack, this parfait is nutritious, satisfying, and can be prepared in minutes.
Ingredients
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Parfait Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional - more as a drizzle)
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup berries (or any other fruit cut into small 1-inch chunks)
- ¼ cup homemade granola (or store bought granola)
Instructions
- Sweeten the yogurt: If using a sweetener, mix the honey or maple syrup with the Greek yogurt in a small bowl until fully combined.
- Layer the parfait: Place half of the yogurt at the bottom of a mason jar or a bowl. Top it with half of the fruit and half of the granola.
- Add remaining layers: Cover the fruit and granola with the rest of the yogurt. Then top it off with the remaining fruit and granola.
- Finish and serve: If preferred, drizzle additional honey on top of the parfait. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- This parfait is quick and easy to assemble, making it an ideal breakfast or snack option for busy mornings.
- It stores well, so you can prepare multiple servings ahead of time for weekly meal prep.
- You can substitute any fresh fruit or seasonal berries to customize the parfait to your liking.
- Use homemade or your favorite store-bought granola for added texture and flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative and use maple syrup as the sweetener.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 78 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
