Grandma’s Granola Parfaits
Grandma always told me that a good breakfast doesn’t have to take hours to prepare. These easy Grandma’s Granola Parfaits are the perfect proof. In fact, layering creamy yogurt with fresh, vibrant fruit and a generous handful of crunchy oats makes for a morning meal. What an absolute treat this is.
It is the ultimate quick, refreshing breakfast or afternoon snack. It looks beautiful on the table and takes just a few minutes to assemble.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You will love these grandma’s granola parfaits because they are incredibly customizable, healthy, and packed with old-fashioned goodness. Moreover, the combination of velvety smooth yogurt, juicy fresh berries, and sweet, toasted granola provides an amazing contrast of textures. This happens in every single spoonful.
It is a wonderful, light dish to prep ahead of time for busy weekdays. Alternatively, serve it as a refreshing option at a weekend brunch. This can be done right alongside a warm platter of my festive Grandma’s Eggnog French Toast!
Grandma’s Tips
Layer Just Before Serving: To keep your granola as crunchy as possible, assemble your parfaits right before you plan to eat them. However, if you need to make them ahead of time for a party, layer the yogurt and fruit first. Then drop the crunchy granola on top at the very last second.
Choose the Right Yogurt: Grandma always loved a thick, creamy base. Using a rich Greek yogurt or a traditional whole-milk vanilla yogurt gives the parfait enough structure. This helps it to hold up your heavy fruit and oat layers beautifully without turning into a liquid mix.
Get Creative with Fruit: While fresh strawberries and blueberries are absolute classics, don’t be afraid to change it up based on what is in season. You can use sliced peaches, fresh raspberries, or even a spoonful of homemade fruit compote. Any of these can completely elevate the flavor profile.
Grandma’s Granola Parfaits
Equipment
- 2 large bowl
- 3 large spoon
- 1 knife
- 1 drainer
- 1 bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup whole almonds
- 1 cup Wheaties
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 4 tsp toasted wheat germs
- 1 Tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 medium firm bananas, sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) mandarin oranges, drained
- 1 ¼ cup halved green grapes
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple tidbits, drained
- 4 cups vanilla yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°.
- In a bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. Combine the butter, honey, and syrup. Drizzle over the oat mixture and stir until well coated.
- Pour into a 13×9 inch greased baking pan. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack. Crumble the granola into pieces.
- Combine all the fruits into a large bowl.
- For each parfait layer 2 tbsps of yogurt, 2 tbsp of granola, 3 rounded tbsp of fruit in a parfait glass or a desert bowl.
- Repeat layers. Sprinkle with remaining granola. Serve the parfaits immediately.
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What do you think?
What are your absolute favorite layers to put inside a breakfast parfait? Do you like to use traditional vanilla yogurt or do you prefer plain Greek yogurt with an extra drizzle of honey?
Let me know in the comments below! Don’t forget to rate the recipe in the card above and tag me on Instagram @KaleandCroutons so I can see your beautiful breakfast layers!
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