Easy Yogurt Parfait
Make this easy homemade yogurt parfait in 10 minutes with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, nuts, and honey. Perfect gluten-free breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, full-fat
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, halved
- 1/2 cup raw sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup raw walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3 tablespoons raw honey
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
Instructions
- 1
Divide the Greek yogurt evenly among four serving glasses or bowls, using about 1/2 cup per container.
- 2
Drizzle half of the raw honey over the yogurt layer, then sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and vanilla extract, stirring gently to combine.
- 3
Layer half of the fresh blueberries and strawberries directly on top of the yogurt mixture.
- 4
Combine the rolled oats, raw almonds, chopped walnuts, ground flaxseed, and cinnamon in a small mixing bowl, stirring until evenly distributed.
- 5
Sprinkle the nut and oat mixture generously over the fruit layer, dividing equally among all four parfaits.
- 6
Top each parfait with the remaining fresh berries, arranged attractively on the surface.
- 7
Drizzle the remaining raw honey over the top of each parfait, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- 8
Garnish with coconut flakes for added texture and tropical flavor, using about 1/2 tablespoon per serving.
- 9
Serve immediately while the yogurt is cold and the nuts retain their crunch, or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours before eating.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| plain Greek yogurt | unsweetened coconut yogurt or dairy-free alternative | Creates a vegan-friendly option while maintaining probiotic benefits for gut health and reducing lactose content |
| raw honey | pure maple syrup or monk fruit sweetener | Maple syrup offers additional minerals and lower glycemic index, while monk fruit provides sweetness without blood sugar impact |
| fresh blueberries and strawberries | frozen unsweetened berries or pomegranate seeds | Frozen berries retain identical antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds while offering year-round availability and reduced cost |
| old-fashioned rolled oats | raw buckwheat groats or steel-cut oats | Both options provide superior fiber content and lower glycemic response, with buckwheat offering complete protein and gluten-free properties |
| raw honey | unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana | These whole food sweeteners add natural fiber and nutrients while reducing simple sugar concentration, improving blood sugar stability |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 365 |
| Total Fat | 19g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Cholesterol | 20mg |
| Sodium | 60mg |
| Carbohydrates | 32g |
| Fiber | 7g |
| Sugar | 18g |
| Protein | 19g |
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