Berry Yogurt Parfaits (Quick, Easy & Healthy!)

Name: Berry Yogurt Parfaits
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped strawberries; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups plain Greek yogurt; 1 cup granola; 1 cup fresh blueberries

If you're looking for a super easy and healthy breakfast recipe, our berry yogurt parfaits will fit the bill perfectly. They come together in a snap. Plus you can assemble them ahead in small mason jars and grab and go on those busy weekday mornings. They also make a beautiful festive presentation for the 4th of July, or birthday parties. These would also make a delicious and healthy dessert. Layer them with a delicious homemade granola as a great preservative-free, whole food alterntive to standard grocery store fare. Ready in less than 10 minutes!

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Two parfaits in glass jars with sliced strawberries and a jar of granola

It makes me happy every time I open the refrigerator in the morning and see these lovely little berry yogurt parfaits sitting there waiting for me. It means that I have a delicious and healthy breakfast ready to go.

These little guys are great anytime, but imagine bringing them to a 4th of July BBQ or birthday party. They're so festive and colorful! Those beautiful colors also mean that they're loaded with many of the nutrients that our bodies need.

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Table of Contents

🫐 Ingredients
📔 Instructions
🥣 Nutrition Information
❓ FAQs
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📚 References
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🫐 Ingredients

Chopped strawberries (1 cup). If you're not making these parfaits when strawberries are in season, I recommend purchasing frozen strawberries and defrosting them in the microwave. Because frozen strawberries are frozen at the peak of ripeness, you will reap the benefit of the best flavor.
Honey (2 tablespoons). For sweetening.
Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon). For flavor.
Plain Greek yogurt (2 cups). Be sure to use plain unflavored Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is best for these parfaits because it's thicker than regular yogurt. It also has more protein and less sugar. (source)
Granola (1 cup). Homemade granola is super easy to make. Why not give our Cherry Vanilla or Blueberry Granola recipes a try? You will avoid the preservatives and added sugar that you will find in store bought granola. You can enjoy the leftovers with a bowl of milk or use it as a yogurt or ice cream topping, or healthy snack.
Fresh blueberries (1 cup). Use fresh blueberries here for the best presentation. Thawed frozen blueberries will not look as nice.

📔 Instructions

Honey being added to berry mixture — **Step 1.** Add strawberries, honey and vanilla to a small bowl.

Berry mixture in small glass bowl — Mash with the back of a fork until strawberries begin to break up and mixture resembles a chunky syrup.

Berry mixture in glass jars — **Step 2.** Divide the berry mixture evenly among four small mason jars or glasses.

Yogurt in parfaits in glass jars — **Step 3.** Spoon the yogurt on top, dividing equally.

Granola on top of parfaits in glass jars — **Step 4.** Sprinkle granola on top of the yogurt.

Blueberries on top of four yogurt parfaits in glass jars — **Step 5.** Top with blueberries.

🥣 Nutrition Information

Per serving. This recipe makes four servings. Values are approximate.

Calories: 296 kcal.
Carbs: 42g.
Protein: 15g.
Fat: 8g.
Saturated Fat: 2g.
Cholesterol: 7mg.
Sodium: 58mg.

Potassium: 202mg
Fiber: 3g.
Sugar: 25g.
Vitamin A: 86IU.
Vitamin C: 25mg.
Calcium: 164mg.
Iron: 2mg.

Top view of three finished parfaits in glass jars with a spoon, red and white napkin and granola in a jar

❓ FAQs

Can you make these berry yogurt parfaits ahead?

Yes you can. If you want to make them ahead, I recommend assembling them in a jar that has a lid so that the blueberries don't dry out in your fridge. These small mason jars (affiliate link) would work well.

How should I store these parfaits?

Always keep them refrigerated until ready to eat.

How long will they keep in the refrigerator?

Follow the expiration date on the Greek yogurt that you used to make them. Your yogurt parfaits will keep as long as that.

Can you freeze these berry yogurt parfaits?

Yes you can. Assemble them as instructed, but omit the granola. Leave about an inch at the top for expansion and close them tightly with a lid. They will keep for up to a month. Thaw them in the refrigerator then sprinkle the granola over the top.

Three berry yogurt parfaits in glass jars

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