5 2 Published Jul 31, 2024 I love how you can meal prep a big batch to have on hand for a few days and that you can mix and match different yogurt, fruits and granola to keep things interesting. I typically make my parfaits with full fat or low fat plain Greek yogurt mixed with honey and then layer it with fresh berries and my homemade granola. The combo is SO good!
Greek yogurt – I recommend using plain or vanilla yogurt, either full fat or 2% for these parfaits. If you’re using plain yogurt, a little honey sweetens it up perfectly. Some of my favorite brands are Fage, Siggi’s (skyr) and Wallaby. They’re all rich and creamy, packed with protein, loaded with probiotics (aka good bacteria) and have no added sweeteners or flavors. honey – this is optional if you’re using plain yogurt, but it adds a touch of natural sweetness to balance out the tang from the yogurt. fresh mixed berries – use your favorite mix of berries. I love a combination of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries for a burst of flavor and color. granola – adds a satisfying crunch to the parfait. You can use store-bought granola or make homemade granola. If you want to add extra protein to your parfaits try making this protein granola.
How to Make Fruit and Yogurt Parfait
How to Make Parfaits More Filling
These fruit and yogurt parfaits are already packed with 20 grams of protein each, but there are definitely ways to make it more filling. Here are some ideas:
Add protein powder – Mix a scoop of your favorite protein powder into your yogurt for a boost of protein. For a chocolate version, mix in chocolate protein powder. Add nut butter – I love whipping in peanut butter or almond butter to my yogurt for some added protein like with this whipped yogurt bowl recipe. For less calories, try adding PB2 instead of nut butter. If you have nut allergy, seed butter (like sunflower seed butter or tahini) is a great option. Add cottage cheese – Lately, I’ve been obsessed with adding a scoop of cottage cheese to my yogurt bowls for more protein, so you could easily mix in cottage cheese with the yogurt. It also adds a delicious cheesecake flavor. You should definitely try this PB&J yogurt bowl.
How to Store
In the fridge: Store your assembled parfaits in airtight containers or jars in the refrigerator. They will keep fresh for up to 3 days. If you prefer your granola crunchy, add it just before serving. Meal-prep: These parfaits are perfect for meal prep! Prepare them at the beginning of the week and have a ready-to-go breakfast or snack. Just layer the yogurt and fruit, and keep the granola separate until you’re ready to eat.
More Healthy Breakfast Recipes
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