Berry Parfait with Yogurt (Printable version)

Layered yogurt, granola, and fresh berries create a cool and crunchy morning or dessert option.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt or vanilla yogurt

→ Fruit

02 - 2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries), washed and dried

→ Grains

03 - 1 cup granola, store-bought or homemade

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, optional

# How To Make:

01 - Distribute 2 tablespoons of yogurt evenly into the bottom of four clear glasses or jars.
02 - Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granola over the yogurt layer in each glass.
03 - Place approximately 2 tablespoons of mixed fresh berries atop the granola in each serving.
04 - Continue layering yogurt, granola, and berries in the same order until all ingredients are used, finishing with a berry layer on top.
05 - Optionally drizzle honey or maple syrup over the top layer for added sweetness.
06 - Serve immediately for optimal texture or refrigerate for up to 2 hours if prepared in advance.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under ten minutes, making it perfect for mornings when you're running late but don't want to skip breakfast.
  • The contrast of temperatures and textures keeps every spoonful interesting—soft, crunchy, creamy, and bright all at once.
  • You can make it feel fancy enough to serve guests or simple enough for a solo breakfast without any extra effort.
02 -
  • Pat your berries completely dry before assembling, or all that moisture will weep into your yogurt and turn the whole thing into mush within minutes.
  • Assemble parfaits just before serving if you care about crunch—I learned this the hard way after making a batch for a potluck where the granola turned to soggy sadness.
03 -
  • Keep your glasses or jars chilled in the fridge for a few minutes before assembling—the cold glass keeps everything at that perfect temperature longer.
  • Add chia seeds, sliced almonds, or a hint of vanilla extract to the yogurt layer for extra depth that transforms the whole experience.
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