Description
Patriotic Mini Parfaits are a simple and healthy dessert featuring layers of creamy yogurt, fresh strawberries, blueberries, and granola. Perfect for any festive occasion, especially patriotic holidays, they are quick to make and customizable.
Ingredients
2 cups vanilla yogurt (or Greek yogurt)
1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 cup granola
2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash the strawberries and blueberries thoroughly. Hull and slice the strawberries.
- Choose Your Cups: Select individual cups or clear glasses for serving.
- Layer Yogurt: Spoon a layer of yogurt (about 1/4 cup) into the bottom of each cup.
- Add Strawberries: Layer a handful of sliced strawberries over the yogurt.
- Layer Granola: Add a layer of granola on top of the strawberries, approximately 2 tablespoons.
- Add Blueberries: Layer a handful of blueberries on top of the granola.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers of yogurt, strawberries, granola, and blueberries until your cup is filled, leaving space at the top for garnish.
- Drizzle Honey (Optional): If desired, drizzle a bit of honey over the top layer for added sweetness.
- Garnish: Finish with a sprig of fresh mint for a pop of color and freshness.
- Chill (Optional): If time allows, refrigerate the parfaits for about an hour before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
Yogurt Options: Swap out vanilla yogurt for Greek yogurt for a thicker, tangier base.
Granola Options: Use flavored or sweetened granola for added flavor.
Berry Swaps: If strawberries or blueberries aren’t in season, try raspberries, blackberries, or even kiwi for a colorful twist.
Dairy-Free Option: Use coconut yogurt or almond milk yogurt for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 parfait
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg