Yogurt Parfait

Delicious plant-based breakfast recipe that's ready in 15 minutes and can be meal prepped in advance.

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine European

Keyword 15 minute recipe, easy plant based breakfast, easy plant based dessert, easy plant based snack, easy vegan breakfast, easy vegan recipes, meal prep breakfast, quick recipes, quickies

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings

Calories 627.9

Author Cat Gavriusova

Equipment

Saucepan
Potato masher or fork
Glass, bowl or jar to assemble

Ingredients

Berry Syrup

1 cup frozen raspberries
½ tbsp chia seeds
1-2 tbsp lemon juice fresh
1-2 tbsp maple syrup adjust for preference

Vegan Parfait

2 cup vegan yogurt unsweetened
1 cup granola homemade or store-bought
4 tbsp nuts (or seeds like hemp or flax) chopped
fresh fruit for the topping

Instructions

How to Make Berry Syrup

In a saucepan over medium heat, add the frozen berries. Saute until they begin to soften and release their juices, around 2 to 3 minutes.
Mash the berries gently with a fork or potato masher to create a chunky texture.
Stir in the chia seeds, lemon juice, and maple syrup. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes until it starts to thicken.
Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes. The syrup will thicken further as it cools.

Assemble the Yogurt Parfait

For each serving, you will need 1 cup yogurt, ½ cup granola, 2 tbsp nuts or seeds, half the syrup you made, and fresh fruit to taste.
In a glass or bowl, layer the ingredients. Start with a layer of yogurt. Add a layer of the berry syrup. Sprinkle a layer of granola. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
Finish with a drizzle of berry syrup on top. Garnish with chopped nuts, seeds, or fresh fruit if desired.

Notes

Swap raspberries for any frozen berries you have on hand. You can mix them too - a great way to play with flavors and avoid waste.

Use my homemade healthy granola recipe or your favorite store variety.

Although you can use virtually any unsweetened vegan yogurt, I love to use coconut yogurt for this. It's so thick and creamy!

Store the components separately and assemble them just before eating for the best texture.

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