Yogurt Parfait: an effortless, elegant breakfast recipe

Whether you're craving an easy-to-make, healthy meal for breakfast or are planning a weekend brunch menu, yogurt parfait is the perfect recipe for you. As pretty to look at as they are delicious, yogurt parfaits are simple to make and are a fantastic way to start your morning. They also make great, healthy snacks when you need a midday pick-me-up.

This wonderful yogurt parfait is made with homemade blueberry compote, fresh blueberries, granola, and Greek yogurt, but the beauty of yogurt parfait is you can customize them however you like. Swap the fruits, use different granola, or add toppings to spice things up.

Tips for Making the Best Homemade Yogurt Parfait

Whether you use homemade or store-bought granola, be sure to break up large clusters before assembling your yogurt parfaits.

Any granola flavor works in this recipe.

Instead of blueberries, try raspberries, peaches, apricot, nectarine, strawberries, kiwi, pineapple, mango, or papaya.

Use any yogurt flavor you like for a delicious twist on this tasty breakfast treat. Full-fat or low-fat work both work for parfaits.

Other tasty additions to your yogurt parfait include coconut, honey, cacao nibs, seeds, nuts, and nut butter.

To make healthy yogurt parfaits, leave out the sugar. You can omit it or replace it with your preferred sweetener.

To make vegan yogurt parfaits, use dairy-free yogurt.

Make the fruit compote up to three days ahead of time.

How to Store Yogurt Parfaits

Cover and store your yogurt parfaits in the fridge. They'll last up to 3 days. One thing to remember is yogurt parfaits taste best after assembling. The granola will become soggy over time.

How to Make Yogurt Parfait

Place 2 cups of blueberries, sugar, and water in a pot over medium heat.

Stirring constantly, until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens. Transfer to a bowl and refrigerate until chilled.

Before serving, assemble the yogurt parfait. Evenly divide the yogurt between four 12-ounce glasses.

Layer 2 tablespoons of the blueberry compote over the yogurt.

Place 2 to 3 tablespoons of granola over the compote.

Add 1 tablespoon of blueberries. Repeat the layers in the same order. Serve.