Greek Yogurt Parfait Recipe
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Greek Yogurt Parfait Recipe
Description
The Greek Yogurt Parfait blends plain Greek yogurt with a chosen sweetener such as honey or maple syrup, gently stirred to combine. It is then layered in serving jars or bowls with diced fresh berries or other small fruit pieces, and granola to provide contrast in texture. The layering creates alternating creamy and crunchy bites with fruity freshness. The recipe suggests placing half the yogurt at the bottom, followed by half the fruit and granola, and then repeating these layers to finish the parfait.
The parfait can be served immediately to maintain granola crunchiness and fresh fruit texture. It's adaptable for scaling to multiple servings, making it practical for meal planning or gatherings. To avoid soggy granola when preparing ahead, the granola can be served separately on the side and added just before eating. Using 8-ounce mason jars offers convenient portion sizes and presentation.
The recipe's simplicity allows for substitutions with different fruit or granola types, letting the cook adjust sweetness or texture to preference. This straightforward preparation highlights the fresh flavors and pleasing mouthfeel of the core ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon honey optional - more as a drizzle, or maple syrup
- ¾ cup yogurt plain, Greek
- ¼ cup berries or any other fruit cut into small 1-inch chunks
- ¼ cup granola or store bought granola, homemade
Instructions
- If using a sweetener, mix it with greek yogurt in a small bowl until fully combined.
- To layer the yogurt parfait, place half of the yogurt at the bottom of a mason jar or a bowl. Top it off with half of the fruit and half of the granola. Cover them with the rest of the yogurt and top it off with the rest of the fruit and granola.
- If preferred, finish it off with a drizzle of honey. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For make-ahead prep, keep granola separate until serving to prevent sogginess.
- Use 8 oz. mason jars for convenient portion size and attractive presentation.
- The recipe scales easily for larger quantities as desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 298 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 298kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 78mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 185mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 122IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 225mg | 23% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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