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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

    Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

    by Allison · Modified: Oct 22, 2024 · Published: Oct 10, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

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    Don't you love when breakfast makes you feel awesome? This quick and easy Greek yogurt parfait with fresh fruit definitely falls under this category. 😉

    Two berry and yogurt parfaits in glass working jars on a brown wood table.

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    It's hard to count all the reasons that make this breakfast parfait recipe so perfect. It has plenty of protein from the Greek yogurt, and fiber and phytonutrients from the fresh berries. And best of all, it's delicious! It's so good, in fact, that it doubles as an amazing dessert treat too. (Bonus points if you use your own homemade yogurt.)

    Did you know?

    Yogurt is arguably one of the most well-known fermented foods, produced by a process known as lacto-fermentation. The milk sugar lactose is converted into lactic acid by way of specific bacterial strains like Lactobacillus bulgaricus, and it is this process gives yogurt products their thickness and alluringly sour flavor.

    Can't get enough fresh berries in your life? Me either. 😉 When I find myself with extras on hand, I also love making this fresh berry salad or these mini almond flour crepes with strawberries. And if you'd like to try a different yogurt and berries breakfast, I'd definitely recommend these kefir overnight oats with blueberries, this black raspberry yogurt bowl, this berry smoothie bowl or this yogurt charcuterie board for a crowd. Or, check out these high fiber recipes or Mediterranean diet breakfast recipes for other nutritious breakfast ideas.

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    • ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
    • 🌿 Ingredients
    • 📝 Instructions
    • 📋 Substitutions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🔪 Equipment
    • 🍱 Storage
    • 🎉 Top tip
    • 💭 FAQ
    • 🍳 Recipe

    ❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

    • Only takes 10 minutes to make!
    • Great way to use fresh berries or other fruit
    • High protein breakfast with Greek yogurt
    • Easy meal prep for busy mornings
    • Kid friendly and approved

    🌿 Ingredients

    The only ingredients you'll need for this parfait recipe are yogurt and fruit! I personally love using Greek vanilla yogurt and berries, but the recipe is flexible if you want to use other favorites. If you'd like, you can also add in some store bought or homemade granola.

    Piles of fresh berries with a glass bowl of vanilla Greek yogurt on a parchment paper lined wood table.

    See recipe card below for exact quantities.

    📝 Instructions

    Ready to learn how to make parfait? Read on...it's super simple. 🙂

    For prep, simply wash and dry all of your berries or other fruit, and mint leaves for garnish if desired. Then, remove the stems from the strawberries and halve or quarter larger berries.

    Assemble your fruit parfaits with one layer berries, one layer yogurt, and then another layer of each to top it off. You can add a thin layer of granola after each yogurt layer if you'd like, and top each parfait with a few fresh mint leaves for some pretty garnish.

    If you'd like a little extra sweetness, you can add a little honey to the yogurt or drizzle it on top.

    Two berry and yogurt parfaits garnished with mint on a brown wood table.

    📋 Substitutions

    This berry parfait recipe is gluten free as written. Feel free to use any of the following food substitutions to customize to your dietary preferences.

    • Greek yogurt - feel free to substitute whole milk yogurt or skyr (an Icelandic yogurt) instead; I particularly love vanilla skyr as a replacement because it's nice and thick like Greek yogurt, with a lovely delicate flavor
    • Berries - substitute your favorite fresh fruit instead! I love fresh peaches, mango, pineapple and kiwi; sometimes I'll add one of these alongside strawberries or raspberries
    • Vegan/dairy free - substitute a plant based vanilla yogurt like coconut yogurt; some are thicker than others, so experiment to find one that's not too watery
    • No added sugar - since most store bought vanilla yogurt has some added sugar, feel free to use plain yogurt or Greek yogurt and sweeten it with a little honey, agave syrup or nothing at all

    📖 Variations

    Here are a few variations you can try to mix things up.

    • Cranberry yogurt parfait - great way to use up extra cranberry sauce after the holidays
    • Yogurt parfait bar - this charcuterie board idea is great for a crowd
    • Yogurt parfait with granola - add a layer of granola after each yogurt layer (feel free to use your favorite store-bought granola if you don't want to make from scratch)
    • Ice cream parfait - for a real summer afternoon treat, use vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt, and consume immediately 🙂
    • Crunchy - for some added crunch, layer in some chopped nuts, granola or chia seeds
    • Kid friendly - leave out the mint and add a little honey on top for some extra sweetness; you may also prefer to mash the berries or fruit up a little before adding to the parfait

    🔪 Equipment

    I used the following equipment for this recipe:

    • small colander
    • paring knife
    • glass working jars (Mason jar parfaits are also a great idea!)

    🍱 Storage

    Yogurt parfaits will stay fresh for up to four days in the fridge in airtight or lidded containers; perfect for meal prep or instant breakfast. They don't stand up well to freezing.

    🎉 Top tip

    Buy the ripest, juiciest in-season berries fruit you can find for a truly delicious and naturally sweetened parfait. If you need a little extra sweetness, feel free to add a little honey on top. 😉

    Enjoy!

    💭 FAQ

    What is a yogurt parfait made of?

    Yogurt parfaits typically contain plain or vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh fruit such as mixed berries, and granola, honey or other toppings.

    Can I use regular yogurt or vegan yogurt instead?

    Yes; although Greek yogurt is normally used for yogurt parfaits since it's thicker and creamier, any kind of yogurt will work including plant-based yogurts (they might just be a little thinner.)

    Can yogurt parfaits be made ahead of time?

    Yes; yogurt parfaits can be made ahead up to four days in advance if stored in airtight containers in the fridge.

    If I add granola, how can I prevent it from getting soggy?

    If you're not eating your yogurt parfait right away and would like to use granola, store the granola in a separate container and add sprinkle it over your parfait just before you enjoy it so that it doesn't get soggy.

    🍳 Recipe

    Two berry and yogurt parfaits in glass working jars.

    Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

    This wholesome Greek yogurt parfait recipe features vanilla yogurt and fresh berries and mint for a delicious, easy breakfast or anytime snack.
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    Course: Breakfast & Brunch
    Cuisine: French
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Author: Allison

    Equipment

    • colander
    • paring knife
    • working jars

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt for vegan/dairy-free (or make homemade yogurt)
    • ½ cup strawberries
    • ½ cup raspberries
    • ½ cup blueberries
    • ½ cup blackberries
    • 2 sprigs fresh mint optional
    • ½ cup granola optional
    • 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup for vegan; optional, for extra sweetness

    Instructions

    • Prep: Wash and dry the berries and mint, if using. Remove the stems from the strawberries and halve or quarter larger berries.
    • Assemble: Divide half of the berries among two glass jars or bowls, top the first layer with yogurt and granola (if using), and then repeat with a second layer of berries followed by yogurt and granola. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a little honey, if desired.
    • Enjoy: Serve immediately or store in covered jars for up to 4 days in the fridge.

    Notes

    Granola yogurt parfait: Add a layer of granola after each yogurt layer (feel free to use your favorite store-bought granola if you don't want to make from scratch). If you're not eating your yogurt parfait right away, store the granola in a separate container and add sprinkle it over your parfait just before you enjoy it so that it doesn't get soggy.
    Storage: Yogurt parfaits will stay fresh for up to four days in the fridge in airtight or lidded containers; perfect for meal prep or instant breakfast. They don't stand up well to freezing.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 193mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 229IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 142mg | Iron: 1mg
    Did you make this recipe?I'd love to know how it turned out! Please rate and leave a comment below, or share a picture on Instagram @onehappydish with the tag #onehappydish.

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      March 10, 2023 at 10:39 pm

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