Kiwi Yogurt Parfait with Walnuts

1. 1
   prep

   Toast the walnuts.

   1.Place a small dry pan over medium-low heat.

   2.Add the chopped walnuts and toast for 2-3 minutes, shaking the pan often, until fragrant and lightly golden.

   3.Immediately transfer to a plate to cool and prevent burning.

   TIPWatch the walnuts closely after the first minute — they go from toasted to burnt very quickly.
2. 2
   mix

   Sweeten and flavor the yogurt.

   1.In a medium mixing bowl, add the chilled yogurt.

   2.Drizzle in the honey and vanilla extract.

   3.Whisk until smooth and evenly blended.
3. 3
   prep

   Dice the kiwis.

   1.Slice off both ends of each kiwi, then use a spoon to separate the skin from the flesh.

   2.Cut the peeled kiwis into small, even dice.

   3.Reserve a small handful of the prettiest dice for the final topping.

   TIPUsing a spoon to peel the kiwi keeps the fruit smooth and saves more flesh than using a knife.
4. 4
   assemble

   Build the parfait layers.

   1.Spoon 2 tablespoons of sweetened yogurt into the bottom of each glass.

   2.Add a layer of diced kiwi over the yogurt (about 2 tablespoons).

   3.Repeat with another layer of yogurt, then another layer of kiwi, finishing with a smooth yogurt layer on top.

   TIPTap the glass gently on the counter after each scoop to level the layer for a clean striped look.
5. 5
   garnish

   Garnish with walnuts and kiwi, then serve immediately.

   1.Scatter the cooled, toasted walnuts over the top yogurt layer.

   2.Dot the reserved kiwi dice on top for a pop of color.

   3.Serve right away so the layers stay distinct and the walnuts remain crunchy.

   TIPFor extra crunch, add the walnuts just as you're about to eat — they soften if made too far ahead.

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