Vanilla yogurt topped with fruit and granola make great breakfast parfaits. Use mason jars for a portable meal-on-the-go!
Why not start your day with a healthy, nutritious breakfast idea that might also double as a dessert. Easy tips for packaging to take along to work with you included.
These easy breakfast parfaits are layered with creamy yogurt, fresh fruit, and crunchy, nutty granola—simple ingredients, but a big upgrade from anything store-bought.
If you choose to make them in mason jars, they’re perfectly portable—just grab one as you head out the door for school or work.
These parfaits aren’t just for breakfast either… they’re great as a wholesome after-school snack or even a light, refreshing dessert
Table of Contents
- Tips for Making the Breakfast Parfaits
- Fruit with Yogurt and Granola
- Recommended Kitchen Tools
- My Kitchen Tools Essentials
- Main Ingredients Needed:
- Substitutions and Variations
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- LOVE this recipe? SAVE it for Later!
- Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
- Storing and Keeping Parfaits Fresh
- 📖 Recipe Card
- 💬 Comments
Tips for Making the Breakfast Parfaits
Perfect for meal prep: Layer yogurt and fruit the night before and store in the fridge. Just add granola in the morning for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
Choose the right container: Mason jars are ideal for storage and presentation. For school lunches or travel, use plastic containers with tight-fitting lids.
Skip bananas for make-ahead: Bananas brown quickly, so only add them if you're eating the parfait right away.
Prep fruit properly: Wash and dry all fruit thoroughly before layering to keep the yogurt from getting watery.
Fruit with Yogurt and Granola
Pick your favorite yogurt flavor: Vanilla Greek yogurt or coconut vanilla yogurt add a creamy, delicious base with extra flavor.
Keep granola crunchy: Always add granola just before serving. Store it separately if preparing ahead of time.
Use homemade or store-bought granola: Store-bought works well, or try my Coconut Pecan Chocolate Chip Granola. Homemade Granola or peanut butter granola for something special.
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Main Ingredients Needed:
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Substitutions and Variations
Flavored Yogurt: Try vanilla, strawberry, or honey to add extra sweetness without additional sugar.
Dairy-Free Options: Use coconut, almond, or oat milk yogurt for a vegan or lactose-free version.
Seasonal Fruits: Peaches, nectarines, cherries, or apples with cinnamon.
Tropical Twist: Pineapple, mango, kiwi, or banana slices.
Crushed Nuts or Seeds: Almonds, pecans, chia, or sunflower seeds.
Cereal or Oats: Try crushed whole-grain cereal or toasted rolled oats for crunch.
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Step 1: Add the honey to the yogurt and stir to combine. Prepare the fruit by rinsing and then slicing the strawberries. Rinse the blueberries as well.
Step 2: Choose a mason jar, plastic container, or parfait glass, then layer yogurt on the bottom, followed by fruit, and top with granola.
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Insider Tips from My Kitchen to Yours
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✔️ DO use fresh, ripe fruit and add the granola just before serving for the best texture.
❌ DO NOT assemble with granola too far in advance—it will get soggy in the fridge.
Storing and Keeping Parfaits Fresh
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 2–3 days. For best texture, add the granola just before serving to keep it from getting soggy.
Make-Ahead Tip: If you're prepping for grab-and-go breakfasts, layer the yogurt and fruit first, then store the granola separately in a small bag or container to sprinkle on fresh each morning.
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Breakfast Parfaits with Fruit, Yogurt and Granola
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Add the honey to the yogurt and stir to combine, set aside while you prepare the fruit.
- Prepare the fruit by rinsing and then slicing the strawberries.
- Rinse the blueberries as well.
- Add the yogurt to the bottom of the parfait glass or mason jar.
- Next add the fruit.
- Finally add the granola.
- Repeat layers until the parfait glass is full.
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