Greek Yogurt Parfait Layers (Printable Version)

Creamy yogurt layered with fresh berries and crunchy granola for a refreshing breakfast or light treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt

→ Fruit

02 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)

→ Sweeteners

03 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

→ Grains

04 - 1 cup granola

→ Extras

05 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
06 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds
07 - Zest of 1 lemon

# How To Make:

01 - Wash and gently pat dry all berries. Slice strawberries if using.
02 - In four clear glasses or jars, spoon 2-3 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into the bottom of each.
03 - Drizzle a little honey or maple syrup over the yogurt layer.
04 - Add a handful of mixed berries to each glass.
05 - Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of granola over the berries.
06 - Repeat the layering: yogurt, honey, berries, granola, until glasses are filled.
07 - Finish with a final sprinkle of granola, chopped nuts, chia seeds, and lemon zest if desired.
08 - Serve immediately for crunch, or chill for 15-30 minutes for a softer texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The texture contrast between creamy yogurt and crunchy granola makes every spoon exciting
  • It comes together in ten minutes but looks like you put in real effort
  • You can prep everything ahead and assemble when the moment feels right
02 -
  • The granola will get soggy if these sit too long, so add the final crunch right before serving
  • Clear glasses show off the layers best, but Mason jars work perfectly for make ahead breakfasts
  • Tasting the yogurt first matters because some brands need more sweetener than others
03 -
  • Let the yogurt sit at room temperature for five minutes before layering so it spreads more easily
  • Use a spoon with a long handle or a small spatula to reach the bottom of tall glasses