A Strawberry Parfait is a breakfast that tastes like dessert!
This fun and festive strawberry chocolate breakfast parfait is made with layers of either granola or chocolate muffins, homemade strawberry sauce, and yogurt.
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Fresh & Fruity Breakfast!
- Who says you can’t have cake for breakfast? Breakfast parfaits taste and look like little decadent desserts but have layers of nutritious berries and yogurt.
- We add in chocolate flavor with either layer of chocolate granola or chocolate muffins (homemade or Garden Lites veggie-based muffins)!
- No-cook, no-bake, and easy to make ahead of time!
- No fancy parfait glasses? Use any clear cups or small mason jars to see the layers!
What’s in a Strawberry Parfait?
YOGURT: Vanilla Greek yogurt is thicker and firmer but your favorite yogurt can be used in this recipe. Get creative with other flavors of yogurt-like strawberry, banana, or mix and match them all!
STRAWBERRY SAUCE: Of course, you can use sliced berries but we love to make a quick strawberry sauce so it soaks into the yogurt and granola layers. Try any jewel-toned fruits like strawberries, blueberries, cherries, raspberries, and even rhubarb to create a signature sauce. Double up the sauce, it can be enjoyed on everything from ice cream to waffles.
FILLING: Layer with chocolate granola (or another granola variety) or chocolate muffins. If you’re looking for some extra nutrition, try veggie-based muffins like Garden Lites.
TOPPING: Whipped cream is always a treat but can be switched out for other tasty toppings like chocolate curls, candied pecans, and some fresh fruit.
How to Make a Strawberry Parfait
- Prepare strawberry sauce per recipe below and allow to cool.
- Layer sliced strawberries on the bottom of 4 parfait cups.
- Add layers of granola or muffins, yogurt, and strawberry sauce.
Storing Parfaits
- Make parfaits the night before and cover them with plastic wrap. Just before serving, top with whipped cream if desired.
- Keep leftover strawberry parfaits covered with plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Serve individually or scoop out leftovers and spread them in a casserole dish. Add fresh whipped cream and desired toppings and serve.
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Did you make these Strawberry Parfaits? Leave us a comment and a rating below!
Strawberry Chocolate Breakfast Parfait
Ingredients
- 1 cup chocolate granola or chocolate muffins
- 2 cups vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
- 4 tablespoons whipped topping optional
Strawberry Sauce
- 1 pint strawberries divided
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Strawberry Sauce
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Wash and chop strawberries into small pieces. Add honey, vanilla, and ⅔ of the chopped strawberries to a medium saucepan.
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Cook over medium heat until juices are released and slightly thickened (about 12-15 minutes). Sauce will thicken more while cooling.
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Stir in remaining strawberries and remove from heat. Cool completely.
Assembly
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Layer ¼ cup of fresh sliced strawberries on the bottom of each container.
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If using muffins, cut them into cubes. Place a layer of granola or muffins on top of the strawberries.
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Top with ¼ cup Greek yogurt and 2 tablespoons strawberry sauce.
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Repeat layers. Top with whipped topping if desired.
Notes
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American
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Haven’t tried recipe yet once I do I will rate this recipe
I hope you love it Marilyn!
These look so incredible, Holly. This is definitely a breakfast I can get behind!!
Thank you Andi! They were so good!
Such a delicious looking breakfast! I will be looking for these muffins at my local grocery stores.
They’re so great Joanne!
This looks amazing. So so good I wish I could lean in and just get one.
Thank you! They really are delicious!
Strawberry and chocolate sounds like the perfect breakfast to me!
LOL! I totally agree Amy!
These are so beautiful! I love things like this. We have fruit and yogurt every night for dessert, but this would take it up a notch!
Thank you Michelle!
I love the idea of having these for a breakfast! Or a mid-day snack to look forward too!
Thank you Sandi!
Yes Strawberries and chocolate go together like PB&J for sure! I haven’t tried Garden Lights Muffins yet – you have done such a phenomenal job with these parfaits, i wanna head to walmrt now to pick some up!
Thank you! They’re so good Shashi!
This looks so beautiful!! Maybe this is finally a way I can trick myself into eating breakfast. I can’t wait to try it!
Thank you Ayla!
Oh this is totally my kind of breakfast! The kiddo would love it too!!!
Thank you Jenn! They were SO good!!