Pregnancy Power Parfait

Name: Pregnancy Power Parfait
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 1.5 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat, plain); 2 tsp honey; 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 0.5 cup strawberry (fresh, hulled and sliced); 0.5 cup blueberry (fresh, washed); 1 pcs banana (medium, sliced); 0.5 cup rolled oats (for homemade granola); 2 tbsp almonds (roughly chopped); 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (raw, shelled); 1 tbsp ground flaxseed; 1 pinch cinnamon (ground); 1 pinch salt; 1 tsp coconut oil

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A creamy, dreamy parfait layered with protein-packed Greek yogurt, fiber-rich homemade granola, and juicy seasonal fruits. Designed for mamas-to-be, every spoonful delivers calcium, folate, and slow-burning energy. Ready in minutes and endlessly customizable.

PREP

10m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

483 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 4 STEPS

mix
Sweeten the yogurt.
1.In a small mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract.
2.Stir well until smooth and evenly blended.
mix
Make the quick power granola.
1.In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt.
2.Drizzle in the coconut oil and stir until the dry ingredients are lightly coated.
TIPToasting this mix in a dry pan for 2 minutes adds crunch, but it's equally delicious raw.
assemble
Layer the parfait.
1.Spoon 2 tablespoons of the power granola into the bottom of each glass.
2.Add a layer of sweetened yogurt (about 1/4 cup).
3.Add a mixed layer of sliced strawberries, blueberries, and banana.
4.Repeat the layers until the glasses are full, ending with a small mound of fruit on top.
garnish
Finish with a final sprinkle and serve immediately.
Top each parfait with a pinch of the remaining granola mix for crunch.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use full-fat Greek yogurt for maximum calcium absorption and creaminess.
2
Toast the oats and nuts in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to deepen flavor and crunch.
3
Layer the parfait just before serving to keep the granola from getting soggy.
4
Swap honey for maple syrup if you prefer a vegan option.
5
Prepare the granola mix and sweetened yogurt up to 3 days ahead for quick assembly.
6
Let the yogurt sit at room temperature 10 minutes before layering for a smoother texture.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

high protein

High-protein

Add a scoop of unflavored protein powder to the yogurt or replace half the oats with crushed chickpeas for extra pregnancy-friendly protein.

low sugar

Low-sugar

Skip the honey and use a mashed ripe banana or a few drops of stevia to sweeten the yogurt naturally, reducing added sugar.

dairy free

Dairy-free

Substitute the Greek yogurt with a thick plant-based yogurt (like coconut or soy) and use a dairy-free milk alternative in the granola to accommodate lactose intolerance.

nut free