Greek Yogurt Parfait

This Greek Yogurt Parfait is an easy and healthy gluten free breakfast. With just a few ingredients, it’s a quick option, too! Pile it high with berries and granola for breakfast on the go!

When I was a personal chef, the thing I always heard from my clients was that they didn’t have time to eat a healthy, nutritional breakfast every morning. With this yogurt parfait recipe, you have no excuse to skip the most important meal of the day! It’s such a simple recipe, and great for meal prep. It’s my new favorite breakfast!

Why we love this greek yogurt parfait recipe

This healthy breakfast is packed with protein and perfect way to start your day! You can customize it with fresh berries, homemade granola, or even a drizzle of honey! The combination of creamy yogurt, fresh fruit and a crunchy topping is the ultimate breakfast! It’s great to make ahead for busy mornings on the go!

What you need for this yogurt parfait

Yogurt

you can use vanilla greek yogurt or plain yogurt for this recipe. While regular yogurt tends to have fewer calories and more calcium, Greek yogurt has more protein and less sugar — and a much thicker consistency. Each type of yogurt packs probiotics and support digestion, weight loss, and heart health.

Almond butter

Rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are so good for you!

Honey

A natural sweetener, and when eaten together, the protein in the yogurt and carbohydrates in the honey will allow those who exercise to have more energy, have a faster healing process (for those who do intense workouts), and recover the natural way.

Granola

Homemade or store bought, you can’t go wrong! Adding crunchy granola to these healthy yogurt parfaits add texture, flavor and nutrition!

Fresh Fruit

Fresh strawberries, blueberries or raspberries are a great addition to these greek yogurt parfaits.

How to assemble yogurt parfaits

Start by creating your blueberry sytup.

Then mix greek yogurt, almond butter, honey, cinnamon until well combined.

Then build your parfait! Layer vanilla greek yogurt on the bottom of the mason jar, followed by the next layer of the berry syrup, granola, and almond butter yogurt mixture, more granola and then fresh fruit!

Store in the fridge until ready to enjoy!

FAQ and Expert Tips

How to store greek yogurt parfaits: Store this easy breakfast recipe in a glass jar for easy morning meals on the go! Small mason jars with lids are perfect for parfaits. If you don’t have mason jars, store the parfait in an airtight container for up to three days. 

Popular Substitutions & Additions: Add a teaspoon chia seeds to any greek yogurt parfait to add omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and dietary fiber. Substitute the berry syrup for jam in a pinch.

Out of honey? You can add maple syrup to sweeten the almond butter yogurt mix.

Add pecans or almonds for an added crunch!

Got to sweet a sweet tooth? Add some chocolate chips to your greek yogurt parfait! Customize it to your liking to make the best parfait for breakfast!

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