Save to Pinterest A refreshing and wholesome brunch treat featuring creamy yogurt, crunchy granola, and layers of fresh fruit—perfect for a light yet satisfying start to the day.
This parfait is my go-to brunch choice because it feels indulgent without being heavy and can be customized with my favorite fruits every time.
Ingredients
- Dairy: 2 cups (500 g) Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- Fruits: 1 cup (150 g) fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) 1 medium banana, sliced
- Grains: 1 1/2 cups (120 g) granola
- Sweetener (optional): 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Garnish (optional): 2 tbsp chopped nuts (e.g, almonds, walnuts) Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit:
- If using strawberries, hull and slice them. Rinse all berries and pat dry. Slice the banana.
- Layer yogurt:
- In each of 4 glasses, add 2 tablespoons of yogurt as the first layer.
- Add granola:
- Add a layer of granola (about 2 tablespoons) over the yogurt.
- Layer fruits:
- Add a layer of mixed fruits and a few banana slices.
- Repeat layers:
- Repeat the layers (yogurt, granola, fruit) until the glasses are filled, finishing with a layer of fruit on top.
- Add sweetener:
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Garnish:
- Garnish with chopped nuts and mint leaves.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Save to Pinterest My family eagerly gathers around whenever I prepare these parfaits, savoring every layered spoonful together.
Required Tools
4 parfait or drinking glasses Spoons Paring knife Small cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (yogurt), tree nuts (if using nuts), gluten (if granola is not gluten-free). Check granola ingredients for possible allergens (nuts, gluten, soy). Use gluten-free granola as needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 250 Total Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 38 g Protein: 10 g
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This parfait is a perfect balance of textures and flavors, easy to prepare and delightful to eat.
Recipe Q&A
- → Can I use dairy-free alternatives for the yogurt?
Yes, plant-based yogurts like almond or coconut yogurt work well as substitutes for a dairy-free version.
- → How can I keep the granola crunchy?
Toast the granola lightly in a dry skillet before using and assemble just before serving to maintain crunchiness.
- → What fruits work best in this layered treat?
Fresh berries such as strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are ideal, along with sliced bananas or seasonal fruits like mango and kiwi.
- → Is there a way to sweeten the layers without refined sugar?
Drizzling natural sweeteners such as honey or maple syrup adds gentle sweetness while keeping it wholesome.
- → Can nuts be omitted or substituted in the garnish?
Yes, nuts are optional. You can omit them or replace with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds for crunch.