5-Minute Breakfast Parfaits

A 5-minute breakfast parfait is the perfect solution for a healthy, delicious, and portable morning meal. The key is using pre-prepared ingredients and a simple assembly line.

Here’s a classic recipe, plus variations to keep it exciting all week long.

The Classic 5-Minute Yogurt Parfait

This is the standard, no-fail formula that everyone loves.

Yields: 1 serving
Prep time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (8 oz) Greek yogurt (vanilla, plain, or your favorite flavor)

• ½ cup granola (store-bought or homemade)

• ½ cup mixed berries (fresh: blueberries, raspberries, sliced strawberries; or frozen, thawed)

• 1-2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or agave (optional, for drizzling)

• Other optional add-ins: Chia seeds, flax seeds, a pinch of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Grab Your Vessel: Use a tall glass, a mason jar, or a bowl. A clear glass shows off the beautiful layers!

2. First Layer: Spoon half of the yogurt into the bottom of the glass and smooth it out.

3. Second Layer: Sprinkle a layer of granola over the yogurt.

4. Third Layer: Add a layer of most of your berries (save a few for the top!).

5. Repeat: Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt, another layer of granola, and finally, top with the reserved berries.

6. Finish: Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired, and sprinkle with any seeds or cinnamon.

Pro Tip: For ultimate crunch, pack the granola in a separate small baggie and add it just before eating to prevent it from getting soggy.

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5 Flavor Variations to Try:

The beauty of parfaits is their versatility. Mix and match these ideas:

1. Tropical Sunrise

• Yogurt: Coconut or vanilla Greek yogurt.

• Fruit: Diced mango, pineapple chunks, and sliced kiwi.

• Topper: Toasted coconut flakes and macadamia nuts (or almonds).

• Drizzle: A light drizzle of honey.

2. Apple Pie

• Yogurt: Vanilla or plain Greek yogurt mixed with a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg.

• Fruit: Unsweetened applesauce or finely chopped apple.

• Topper: Granola with oats and nuts, and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon.

• Drizzle: A little maple syrup.

3. Chocolate Peanut Butter

• Yogurt: Plain or vanilla Greek yogurt mixed with 1 tablespoon of natural peanut butter powder.

• Fruit: Sliced banana.

• Topper: Chocolate chips or cacao nibs and crushed peanuts.

• Drizzle: Melted peanut butter.

4. Very Berry Cheesecake

• Yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt mixed with a splash of vanilla extract.

• Fruit: Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries).

• Topper: Crushed graham crackers instead of granola.

• Drizzle: A tiny bit of honey.

5. Peach Melba

• Yogurt: Vanilla Greek yogurt.

• Fruit: Diced ripe peaches and a few raspberries.

• Topper: Sliced almonds and a sprinkle of oats.

• Drizzle: A drop of almond extract mixed into the yogurt or honey.

Meal Prep Tips for the Week:

You can easily prep these for the whole week!

1. Pre-portion Ingredients: On Sunday, wash and chop all your fruit. Store each type in its own container.

2. Pre-layer Jars: You can assemble parfaits 1-2 days in advance, but keep the granola separate in a baggie on top or at the bottom of the jar to maintain crunch. Simply screw on the lid and store in the fridge.

3. Grab and Go: In the morning, just grab a jar, add the granola if you haven’t already, and you’re out the door!

Enjoy your quick, nutritious, and beautiful breakfast