Greek Yogurt Parfait with Strawberries and Crunchy Topping Recipe
This easy Greek Yogurt Parfait is a refreshing and wholesome overnight breakfast that combines creamy vanilla-infused Greek yogurt, sweet and tangy macerated strawberries, and a crunchy toasted oat and almond topping. Prepare it the night before for a quick, nutritious, and delicious start to your day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes plus overnight chilling
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Yogurt Mixture
- 1½ cups Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
Strawberries
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Topping
- 3 tablespoons old fashioned rolled oats (or granola)
- 3 tablespoons sliced almonds (or granola)
Instructions
- Mix and chill the yogurt: In a medium bowl, combine 1½ cups Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon honey. Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors meld and the yogurt chill thoroughly.
- Prepare the strawberries: In a small bowl, gently toss 1 cup of hulled and quartered fresh strawberries with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight, allowing the strawberries to soften and release their juices, creating a sweet and tangy syrup.
- Toast the topping and assemble: The next morning, heat a small pan over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons old fashioned rolled oats and 3 tablespoons sliced almonds to the pan. Toast them, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes or until they become lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool. For assembly, spoon some strawberry syrup into the base of a glass or jar. Layer with some yogurt, then a layer of strawberries along with their syrup, and sprinkle the toasted oat and almond mixture on top. Repeat the layering once more. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- You can substitute rolled oats and almonds with store-bought or homemade granola for convenience.
- For a nut-free version, replace almonds with additional granola or seeds.
- Use fresh ripe strawberries for the best flavor; frozen can be used but texture will differ.
- This parfait can be prepared fully the night before for an effortless grab-and-go breakfast.
- Adjust sweetness by varying honey and sugar quantities to taste.
