Quick Strawberry Yogurt Parfait

Name: Quick Strawberry Yogurt Parfait
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 300 g strawberry (hulled and roughly chopped); 2 tbsp honey; 1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 2.5 cup yogurt (thick plain yogurt or Greek-style, chilled); 0.5 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup granola (plain or honey granola, store-bought); 1 tbsp mint (fresh leaves, for garnish)

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Layers of luscious strawberry compote, thick creamy yogurt, and crunchy granola come together in minutes. This no-cook breakfast or snack tastes like dessert but is packed with protein and fresh fruit. Ready in under 10 minutes with just a handful of ingredients.

PREP

10m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

303 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

300 gstrawberry · hulled and roughly chopped2 tbsphoney1 tsplemon juice · freshly squeezed2.5 cupyogurt · thick plain yogurt or Greek-style, chilled½ tspvanilla extract1 cupgranola · plain or honey granola, store-bought1 tbspmint · fresh leaves, for garnish

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

303

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein13g · 17%

Carbs42g · 55%

Fat10g · 30%

Fiber4g

Sugar29g

Saturated fat3g

Cholesterol9mg

Sodium116mg

Potassium647mg

Phosphorus373mg

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METHOD · 4 STEPS

prep · ~5 min
Make the quick strawberry compote.
1.Add chopped strawberries, honey, and lemon juice to a small saucepan over medium heat.
2.Cook, stirring occasionally, until strawberries soften and release their juices (3-4 minutes).
3.Remove from heat and let the compote cool for 2 minutes.
TIPDon't overcook — the strawberries should be soft but still hold some shape.
mix · ~1 min
Flavor the yogurt.
1.In a mixing bowl, combine the chilled yogurt and vanilla extract.
2.Whisk until smooth and the vanilla is evenly distributed.
assemble · ~3 min
Layer the parfaits.
1.Spoon 2 tablespoons of strawberry compote into the bottom of each glass.
2.Add a layer of vanilla yogurt (about 3 tablespoons).
3.Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granola evenly over the yogurt.
4.Repeat with one more layer each of compote, yogurt, and granola.
5.Top each parfait with a final small dollop of yogurt and a few fresh mint leaves.
TIPUse clear glasses so the layers are visible — it makes the parfait feel more special.
serve
Serve immediately or chill.
Serve right away for maximum granola crunch, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. The granola will soften slightly over time but still taste delicious.
TIPIf meal-prepping, layer everything except the granola, then add it just before eating.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

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

1
For the best texture, let the compote cool slightly before layering so it doesn't melt the yogurt.
2
Use full-fat Greek yogurt for a creamier, more decadent parfait that holds its layers.
3
If you prefer a sweeter compote, add an extra tablespoon of honey or let it reduce a bit longer.
4
Assemble parfaits in chilled glasses to keep the yogurt cold and firm during layering.
5
For make-ahead parfaits, store the granola separately and sprinkle it on right before serving to preserve crunch.
6
If your strawberries are very tart, taste the compote after cooking and adjust honey as needed.
7
Gently swirl the compote into the top yogurt layer for a marbled effect instead of strict layers.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

vegan

Vegan

Swap the Greek yogurt for a thick plant-based yogurt (coconut or soy) and use maple syrup or agave instead of honey to keep the parfait completely plant-based.

high protein

High-protein

Use a high-protein Greek yogurt (or skyr) and mix in a scoop of unflavored protein powder with the vanilla for an extra protein boost without altering the taste.

low sugar

Low-sugar

Omit the honey from the compote and use very ripe strawberries; sweeten the yogurt with a zero-calorie sweetener like stevia or monk fruit to reduce overall sugar.

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