Greek Yogurt Parfait (Print Version)
Creamy Greek yogurt layered with mixed berries, honey, and granola for a bright, easy breakfast or light dessert.
# What You 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 (optional)
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts such as almonds, pistachios, or walnuts
06 - Fresh mint leaves
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Rinse assorted berries thoroughly and slice any larger berries to ensure even layering.
02 - Place 2 to 3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt at the bottom of each parfait glass or small jar, forming a smooth base.
03 - Spoon a layer of fresh berries over the yogurt and lightly drizzle with honey or maple syrup.
04 - Scatter a layer of granola over the berries for added texture and crunch.
05 - Continue layering yogurt, berries, sweetener, and granola until the serving vessels are filled, finishing with berries and a sprinkle of granola.
06 - Top with chopped nuts and fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve promptly for optimal texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The sweet crunch of granola against creamy yogurt feels like a treat but sneaks in a bit of healthy, too.
- It looks effortlessly impressive, so you can serve these at brunch and everyone thinks you worked harder than you did.
02 -
- If you pause to chat before eating, the granola turns soggy—I learned that after one too many leisurely brunches.
- Chilling the glasses beforehand keeps the parfait refreshingly cool, which makes a surprising difference in summer heat.
03 -
- If your yogurt is too tangy, stir in a bit of vanilla or extra maple syrup for a gentler flavor.
- Switch up your granola—think coconut, seeds, or chocolate chunks—for entirely new personalities each time you build these parfaits.