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Healthy Greek Yogurt Berry Parfait Cups

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A quick, protein-packed snack featuring layers of creamy Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy granola, perfect for breakfast, snack, or light dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup small-curd well-drained cottage cheese (optional)
  • 1–2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1–2 cups fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries), washed and prepared
  • ½ cup granola (low-sugar variety recommended)
  • Chopped nuts such as almonds or walnuts (optional)
  • Chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry berries thoroughly. Slice larger berries like strawberries into bite-sized pieces. Chop nuts if using. Set aside.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt with honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract. Gently fold in cottage cheese if using. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
  3. Spoon a couple tablespoons of the yogurt mixture into the bottom of each serving cup.
  4. Add a layer of mixed berries (2-3 tablespoons), then sprinkle with granola or chopped nuts.
  5. Repeat layering yogurt, berries, and granola 2-3 times depending on cup size, aiming for balanced creamy, fruity, and crunchy layers.
  6. Top each parfait with a final sprinkle of granola, a few fresh berries, and optional chia seeds or mint leaves.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to meld flavors and keep granola crisp longer.

Notes

Use thick full-fat Greek yogurt for best texture. Drain cottage cheese well to avoid runny parfait. Add granola just before serving to keep it crunchy. Frozen berries should be thawed and drained to prevent excess moisture. Sweeten to taste. For dairy-free, substitute coconut or almond yogurt and use maple syrup instead of honey.

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