Description
This Cranberry Almond Granola Parfait combines creamy Greek yogurt, crunchy almond granola, and tart cranberries in layered beauty. It’s a festive, protein-packed parfait perfect for a healthy breakfast or a quick snack, with options to suit vegan diets.
Ingredients
Parfait Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or non-dairy alternative)
- ½ cup granola
- ¼ cup dried cranberries or cranberry compote
- 1 tbsp sliced almonds
- Honey or maple syrup, to taste
Instructions
- Layer Yogurt: In a glass or jar, start by spooning a layer of Greek yogurt as the base for the parfait.
- Add Granola: Sprinkle half of the granola evenly over the yogurt layer to add crunch.
- Add Cranberries: Spoon half of the dried cranberries or cranberry compote on top of the granola layer for a tart contrast.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt, granola, and cranberries to build a beautiful parfait.
- Top and Sweeten: Finish by sprinkling sliced almonds on top and drizzling honey or maple syrup to your preferred sweetness.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the parfait immediately for maximum texture, or chill it in the fridge for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
- Swap Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt to make this parfait vegan-friendly.
- Use fresh cranberries cooked down with orange zest for a gourmet twist on the cranberry layer.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
