Greek Yogurt Parfait (Printer-friendly)
Creamy Greek yogurt layered with fresh berries and crunchy granola for a refreshing treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
→ Fruit
02 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
→ Sweeteners
03 - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
→ Grains
04 - 1 cup granola
→ Optional Toppings
05 - 2 tbsp chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
06 - 1 tbsp chia seeds
07 - Zest of 1 lemon
# Directions:
01 - Wash and gently pat dry all berries. Slice strawberries if using.
02 - In four clear glasses or jars, spoon 2-3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into the bottom of each.
03 - Drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the yogurt layer.
04 - Add a handful of mixed berries to each glass.
05 - Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of granola over the berries.
06 - Repeat the layering: yogurt, honey, berries, granola, until glasses are filled.
07 - Finish with a final sprinkle of granola, chopped nuts, chia seeds, and lemon zest if desired. Serve immediately for crunch, or chill for 15-30 minutes for a softer texture.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in under ten minutes but looks like you tried
- The layers stay beautiful for hours so you can make them ahead
- Everyone can customize their own with their favorite toppings
02 -
- Wet berries will make your parfait soggy within minutes, so dry them thoroughly
- Layer parfaits in clear glasses so everyone can see the beautiful stripes
- Granola softens quickly in liquid, so add it just before serving if you want it crunchy
03 -
- Place berries on a paper towel after washing to absorb excess moisture
- Use a tall spoon to gently press layers down as you build for cleaner stripes