Description
Layered fruit & yogurt parfait brings Mediterranean charm to breakfast tables with colorful, fresh ingredients. Creamy yogurt, ripe berries, and crunchy granola create a delightful morning treat you can savor in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 cup blueberries
Topping:
- 1/2 cup granola
Sweetener:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare strawberries by mixing with sugar in a container, allowing them to release natural juices and develop a sweet syrup. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to enhance flavor intensity.
- Select clear serving glasses to showcase the beautiful layered dessert.
- Create first layer by carefully distributing macerated strawberries evenly across the bottom of each glass.
- Gently spoon Greek yogurt over strawberries, ensuring smooth and even coverage.
- Sprinkle fresh blueberries across the yogurt layer, creating a vibrant and colorful appearance.
- Scatter granola over blueberries to introduce a delightful crunchy texture.
- Repeat layering process with remaining strawberries, yogurt, blueberries, and finish with a final granola topping.
- Serve immediately to maintain optimal texture and prevent granola from becoming soggy.
- Optional: Garnish with a mint leaf or additional whole berries for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Macerate strawberries ahead of time for deeper, sweeter flavor infusion and extra juiciness.
- Use fresh, seasonal berries for maximum taste and nutrition, ensuring each spoonful bursts with natural sweetness.
- Consider swapping granola for alternative toppings like toasted nuts or coconut flakes for different texture and dietary preferences.
- Experiment with yogurt variations like low-fat, dairy-free, or plant-based options to accommodate various dietary needs without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 293 kcal
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg