Greek Yogurt Berry Parfait

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt

→ Fruit

02 - 1 cup mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)

→ Grains & Seeds

03 - 1/2 cup granola (low-sugar or gluten-free preferred)

04 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)

→ Sweetener

05 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)

→ Flavorings

06 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt with vanilla extract and sweetener if using. Mix until smooth.

02 - Gently rinse and pat dry the berries. Slice strawberries if they are large.

03 - In two serving glasses or jars, layer ingredients as follows: spoon 1/4 cup yogurt into the bottom, add a layer of berries (about 2 tablespoons), sprinkle 1 tablespoon granola and a pinch of chia seeds. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, finishing with berries and granola on top.

04 - Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour for a slightly softer texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -

It tastes indulgent and feels like dessert, but your body knows it's getting real protein and fiber.
The whole thing takes the time it takes to brew coffee, no cooking required.
That contrast between creamy and crunchy never gets old, honestly.

02 -

The granola will absorb moisture and lose its crunch within about two hours, so if you're prepping ahead, keep it separate and sprinkle it just before eating.
Cold yogurt straight from the fridge paired with room-temperature berries creates better balance in flavor than when both are the same temperature.

03 -

Use slightly warmer (but not hot) yogurt on a cold morning—it brings out the vanilla and makes the whole thing taste richer without adding calories.
If your granola is on the sweet side, balance it with a squeeze of lemon zest stirred into the yogurt to brighten everything up.

Greek Yogurt Berry Parfait (Printable version)