Guava & Yogurt Parfait
Creamy, tangy yogurt layered with sweet, fragrant guava purée and crunchy granola. This simple breakfast or dessert parfait comes together in minutes and feels like sunshine in a glass. The pink guava adds a beautiful natural color and a tropical twist that regular fruit parfaits just don't have.
For 4 servings
- prep · ~3 min
Prep the guavas.
1.Wash 3 large pink guavas well under running water.2.Trim off the stem ends and cut into chunks.3.Blend into a smooth purée — if the seeds bother you, strain them out.TIPChoose ripe guavas that give slightly when pressed for the sweetest purée. - mix · ~2 min
Sweeten and flavor the yogurt.
1.In a mixing bowl, whisk 2 cups chilled yogurt until smooth.2.Add 2 tbsp honey and a pinch of salt; whisk until fully combined.3.Stir in a pinch of cardamom powder for fragrance.TIPWhisk yogurt well before adding honey so it turns creamy, not lumpy. - assemble · ~4 min
Layer the parfaits.
1.Spoon 2 tbsp guava purée into the bottom of each glass.2.Top with 3 tbsp sweetened yogurt.3.Sprinkle 2 tbsp granola over the yogurt.4.Repeat with one more layer each of guava purée, yogurt, and granola.TIPTap the glasses gently on the counter after each layer to settle them evenly. - garnish · ~1 min
Finish and serve.
1.Drizzle the remaining 1 tbsp honey over the top layers.2.Garnish each glass with 2 fresh mint leaves.3.Serve immediately before the granola softens.TIPChill the glasses in the freezer for 5 minutes before assembling for a frosty effect.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Let the guava purée chill for at least 10 minutes before assembling to keep layers distinct.
- 2If your yogurt is thin, drain it through a cheesecloth for 15 minutes to get a thicker, creamier texture.
- 3Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for the yogurt layer to create clean, professional-looking stripes.
- 4To prevent soggy granola, add it just before serving – never assemble parfaits more than 30 minutes ahead.
- 5Taste the guava purée first; if it's tart, add an extra teaspoon of honey to balance the acidity.
- 6For a deeper cardamom flavor, lightly crush 2 green cardamom pods and steep them in the yogurt for 10 minutes, then remove.
Adapt it for your goals.
Dairy-free
Swap the plain yogurt with a thick coconut or cashew yogurt to keep the creaminess while making the parfait completely plant-based.
low sugarLow-sugar
Replace honey with a monk-fruit sweetener or use a sugar-free vanilla yogurt and adjust the honey drizzle to just a light brush.
spiced upSpiced-up
Add a tiny pinch of black pepper or a dash of chaat masala to the guava purée for a sweet-spicy contrast that cuts through the richness.
protein packedProtein-packed
Stir a scoop of unflavored or vanilla protein powder into the yogurt before layering, and top with hemp seeds for extra crunch.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Rich in Vitamin C
Guava contains more vitamin C than many citrus fruits, supporting immune health and collagen production.
Probiotic Support
Plain yogurt provides live active cultures that promote gut health and digestion.
Dietary Fiber from Guava
The edible seeds and flesh of guava supply natural fiber, aiding satiety and digestive regularity.
Low Added Sugar Control
Using just a small amount of honey lets the natural sweetness of ripe guava shine, keeping the overall sugar load modest.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but the flavor will be less floral and the color won't be as vibrant; you may need to add a little more honey for sweetness.
