Greek Yogurt Berry Parfait with Oats and Nuts
Layer plain Greek yogurt with mixed berries, crunchy oats or low-sugar granola and chopped nuts. A 5-minute breakfast or snack that looks as good as it tastes.
AI imageA parfait is proof that a quick breakfast can still feel like a treat. Spoon a few layers into a glass and you have something colorful and satisfying in about five minutes.
Plain Greek yogurt is thick and creamy and adds protein. Berries bring natural sweetness, color and fiber, and a layer of rolled oats or low-sugar granola plus chopped nuts adds crunch, whole grains and healthy fats. Starting with plain yogurt means you decide how sweet it is: often the fruit is enough, and a small drizzle of honey is optional.
It works as breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a simple dessert.
Tips
- Read the granola label and look for one with less added sugar, or use plain rolled oats lightly toasted in a dry skillet for 3–4 minutes.
- Frozen berries work well: thaw them in the fridge overnight, or microwave briefly, and spoon their juice over the yogurt.
- Toast the nuts for extra flavor.
- Stir a little vanilla or cinnamon into the yogurt for more flavor without extra sugar.
Storage
Parfaits are best eaten right away so the granola stays crunchy. To make ahead, layer the yogurt and berries in a covered jar in the fridge and keep the oats or granola and nuts in a separate small container. Add them just before eating.
Greek Yogurt Berry Parfait with Oats and Nuts
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- No cooking
- Total
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
Ingredients for 1 serving
Method
- 1
Flavor the yogurt
If you like, stir the vanilla and cinnamon into the Greek yogurt.
- 2
Start layering
Spoon half of the yogurt into a glass or jar. Top with half of the berries and half of the oats or granola.
- 3
Repeat
Add the remaining yogurt, then the remaining berries and oats or granola.
- 4
Finish and serve
Sprinkle with the chopped nuts and drizzle with honey, if using. Serve right away.
Swaps & variations
- Dairy-free: use a thick plain unsweetened soy or coconut yogurt; soy yogurt keeps more of the protein.
- Gluten-free: use oats or granola labeled gluten-free.
- Nut-free: swap the nuts for pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
- Vegan: use a plant-based yogurt and maple syrup instead of honey.
- Different fruit: try diced mango, kiwi, peaches or pomegranate seeds in place of berries.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use regular yogurt?
Yes. Regular plain yogurt is thinner and has less protein than Greek yogurt, but it works fine in layers.
How do I make it for a group?
Multiply the ingredients by the number of people and set out bowls of yogurt, berries, granola and nuts so everyone can build their own.
Recipes are general ideas for balanced eating. If you follow a medical diet, have a food allergy or manage diabetes, adapt portions and ingredients with your dietitian or care team.
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