Looking for a simple yet elegant summer recipe? Try this mixed berry yogurt parfait. It's an excellent treat to make with the kids and perfect for dessert, after-school snacks, or kids' parties.
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Preparing yogurt granola parfait is fast, super easy and a lot of fun too. This is a simple and interesting recipe for kids to make themselves with little assistance and adult supervision.
This is an engaging dish that will get the kids involved in the kitchen and start their culinary journey. Encourage the kids to layer yogurt, granola, and fruits.
The best part about this recipe is that there are no strict measurements for kids to follow. Instead, they get to decide how to layer the ingredients and how much of each to add based on their preferences.
Letting them take charge helps kids get excited about trying new things, especially whole fruits they might usually avoid.
We have used mini glass jars to make it more interesting and visually appealing for kids. You will find same jars featured in coconut milk mousse recipe on the blog too!
Do not allow kids to use a sharp knife if they are willing to chop fruits. The plastic knives specially designed for kids are a great alternative that reduces the chances of bad cuts. You should supervise children while they use the sandwich maker. For more details, check out the recipe and safety disclaimer.
Ingredients
- Yogurt: Full-fat yogurt is a good choice.
- Sweetener: Maple syrup has been used here, but you could swap it for any sweetener you prefer.
- Granola: I used homemade granola. Check out the various granola recipes on the blog that you could use in this recipe: vanilla almond granola, orange cinnamon granola, chocolate peanut butter granola, crunchy granola, banana granola and apple granola.
- Fruits: Fresh strawberries, blueberries and blackberries.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Step By Step Instructions
Step 1: Wash and chop strawberries and blackberries into medium-sized pieces and slice blueberries.
Step 2: In a bowl, combine yogurt and maple syrup. Taste and adjust the sweetener as needed.
Step 3: In a jar, assemble the parfait.
Step 4: Start with a spoonful of yogurt at the bottom.
Step 5: Add a second layer with a spoonful of granola.
Step 6: Now add a handful of berries as a third layer. Repeat the layers until you reach the top.
Step 7: Finish it off with berries and a sprinkle of granola.
Enjoy delicious mixed berry yogurt parfait immediately.
Substitutions and Variations
Dairy Free: Use coconut yogurt instead of dairy yogurt.
Sweetener: Maple syrup could be substituted with another sweetener, such as agave syrup or honey.
Nut Butter: Drizzle a spoonful of almond or peanut butter for protein addition.
Flavour Addition: For a hint of subtle spice and warmth, add a dash of vanilla extract or a pinch of cinnamon, cardamom, or nutmeg to yogurt.
Tips and Tricks
Use Clear or Glass Jar: Layer yogurt, granola and fruits in a clear jar to make it visually appealing.
Assemble Just Before Serving: Layer right before serving to prevent the granola from becoming soggy.
Measurements: There is no strict measurements for this recipe, let kids experiment with ingredients and decide layering the ingredients as per their preference.
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📖 Recipe Card
Mixed Berry Yogurt Parfait
Equipment
- 1 Spoon
Ingredients
1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml
- ⅓ Cup Yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup adjust to taste
- ¼ Cup Granola
- 2-3 Strawberries wash and chop into small pieces
- 7-9 Blueberries wash and slice each into half
- 5-6 Blackberries wash and cut each into three pieces
Instructions
- Wash and chop strawberries and blackberries into medium-sized pieces and slice blueberries.2-3 Strawberries, 7-9 Blueberries, 5-6 Blackberries
- In a bowl, combine yogurt and maple syrup. Taste and adjust the sweetener as needed.⅓ Cup Yogurt, 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup
- In a jar, assemble the parfait.
- Start with a spoonful of yogurt at the bottom.
- Add a second layer with a spoonful of granola.¼ Cup Granola
- Now add a handful of berries as a third layer. Repeat the layers until you reach the top.
- Finish it off with berries and a sprinkle of granola.
- Enjoy delicious mixed berry yogurt parfait immediately.
Notes
Nutrition
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