Layer creamy Greek yogurt with fresh berries and crunchy granola for a fast, delicious yogurt parfait. This easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, a snack or a grab-and-go option that’s full of flavor and texture.

Super Simple Yogurt Parfait

This super simple yogurt parfait balances creamy, sweet and crunchy elements in a few minutes. It’s built around just three main ingredients — Greek yogurt, fresh fruit and granola — and is naturally adaptable to dietary preferences and pantry staples. High in protein and fiber, it works well as a satisfying breakfast, afternoon snack or light dessert.

Why you’ll love it

• Fast and easy: just a few minutes and three main ingredients.
• Delicious texture: creamy yogurt contrasted with crunchy granola and juicy fruit.
• Customizable: swap yogurt styles, use seasonal fruit or try different granolas to change the flavor profile.
• Portable: assemble in jars for meal prep and take it with you.

Yogurt Parfait Ingredients

This basic parfait uses only three components. Optional sweetener and small add-ins let you tailor sweetness and texture.

• Greek yogurt (plain or flavored)
• Fresh berries or other fresh fruit (blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries, diced peaches)
• Granola (store-bought or homemade)

Optional sweetener: 2–4 teaspoons honey, maple syrup or fruit preserves, to taste.

Easy Ingredient Swaps

Yogurt: Greek yogurt gives a thick, protein-rich texture. Substitute plain, low-fat, full-fat, dairy-free or plant-based yogurts as desired.

Fruit: Use any seasonal fruit you have on hand. Fresh fruit is best for texture, but thawed frozen fruit also works.

Granola: Use your favorite store-bought brand or make a homemade granola to control sweetness and mix-ins. Add nuts, seeds or dried fruit for variety.

How to Make this Fruit & Yogurt Parfait with Granola

1. Sweeten the yogurt (optional): Put ½ cup of yogurt in a bowl and stir in 2–4 teaspoons of honey, maple syrup or jam, if desired.
2. Layer fruit and granola: Add ½ cup of fresh fruit and about ⅓ cup of granola on top of the yogurt.
3. Repeat and serve: Add another layer of yogurt, fruit and granola if you like, or top with fresh mint, a drizzle of honey or a sprinkle of seeds. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.

Yogurt Parfait FAQs

Storage and Meal Prep

Store assembled parfaits in airtight containers in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. For best texture when meal prepping, keep granola on top and add it just before eating to prevent sogginess. If you plan to transport a parfait, pack granola separately and combine when ready to eat.

Tips & Notes

• You can use any yogurt you prefer: plain, flavored, low-fat or dairy-free alternatives.
• Prefer less sugar? Choose plain yogurt and sweeten lightly with fresh fruit or a small drizzle of honey.
• Try layering with nut butter, chia seeds, toasted nuts or shredded coconut for extra flavor and texture.
• If using frozen fruit, thaw and drain excess liquid before layering to keep the parfait from becoming watery.

Nutrition (approximate)

Per serving (recipe yields 2): Calories: 312 kcal, Carbohydrates: 34 g, Protein: 17 g, Fat: 14 g, Fiber: 2 g, Sugar: 17 g. Nutrition is an approximation and will vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.