It’s a new year. Many of us have big plans and aspirations for the year in front of us. Certainly, I am no expert on diet or health… but I wholeheartedly believe that life without an occasional treat is no life at all!
Throughout the year, as I am busy making cookies, cupcakes and other sweets, I enjoy sharing those treats with family and friends. A batch of cupcakes disappears quite quickly when my husband takes them to work! And then, I can continue doing what I love… baking and creating, without a full batch of treats sitting around the house.
If you are working on adjusting your eating habits a bit, beautiful presentation can add to the appeal of healthy food choices. A beautiful table setting, pretty dishes, or a fancy little garnish can add to the enjoyment of any meal.
Recently, I’ve been enjoying simple yogurt parfaits for breakfast, or as an afternoon snack. The combination of creamy yogurt, fresh fruit, and crunchy toppings, come together to create an easy, and delicious “treat”.
Experiment with different combinations of fruits, nuts and granola.
If you’d like to make your own granola to add to your parfait, here are a few delicious looking options…
Homemade Granola, from Ina Garten
Apple Cinnamon Granola, from Two Peas and Their Pod
Lemon Ginger Granola, from Haniela’s
Prop note- The dishes (and spoons) shown are a set from Pier 1 (also available from Bed Bath and Beyond, I believe).
How to Make Simple Yogurt Parfait
Simple Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients
- Vanilla yogurt
Topping suggestions
- granola store bought or homemade
- raw nuts sliced almonds or walnuts are my favorites
- toasted coconut
- raisins
- dried cranberries
- diced dates
- banana
- kiwi
- strawberries
- blueberries
- raspberries
- blackberries
- pomegrante seeds
- peach
Instructions
- Fill a bowl with yogurt and top with fresh fruit of your choice, granola, and/or nuts.
- If you'd like to prepare the parfaits ahead of time, layer the fruit and yogurt and refrigerate (up to one day), then add the granola (and/or nuts) right before serving.
I love yogurt parfaits. I thought that is a “Glorious Treat”! thanks for reminding me it’s time to revisit an old favorite.
the photos are lovely, who knew something so healthy could look so yummy!
I love this individual desserts. They are healthy, look realyy beatiful and are so delicious! Happy New Year.
Sometimes I forget how delicious this is – thanks for reminding me!
I definitely need something healthy right now 🙂 The fact that it’s really easy to make is a bonus treat. Thanks for sharing, Glory! 🙂
I had this for breakfast this MORNING! 🙂
I love parfaits, and those look so tasty!
I love your pictures. They all look fantastic!
yogurt parfaits would have to be my favourite breakfast ever! thanks for posting this, it makes eating healthily look so appealing! I have been known to eat yogurts parfaits for dinner on occasion too!
wow this looks awesome!!! love the quality of the fruits