Yogurt Parfait Granola Cups

AYO Yogurt kindly provided samples of their yogurt, however all opinions are my own.

Table of Contents

• What is a yogurt parfait?
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Calories and Nutritional Information
• How to Store Leftovers
• Are Yogurt Parfaits Healthy?
• How to Make a Vegan Yogurt Parfait
• Recipe Tips and Tricks
• More Healthy Breakfast Recipes
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What do you get when you combine a yogurt parfait with a muffin? Yogurt Parfait Granola Cups! This is a delicious and fun healthy breakfast that is so easy to make. I started making these granola cups when I wanted to make a fun dish for our Sunday brunch and they quickly became a staple in our weekly meal plan.

What is a yogurt parfait?

Yogurt parfait is an easy breakfast that starts with yogurt and then is topped with berries, nuts, honey, and granola. It's usually layered in a cup with a layer of yogurt, some berries, a little more yogurt, and then topped with more berries, granola, nuts, etc. The great thing about parfaits is that there isn't a right or wrong way to make them and can be completely customized based on your tastes.

Ingredients

• ¼ cup agave (or honey)
• 1 mashed banana (about ¼ cup)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 ⅓ cup old fashioned oats
• Yogurt (I like to use AYO almond yogurt)
• Optional toppings: fresh berries (I like to use blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries) as well as sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Spray a muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a medium bow, combine the agave (or honey if using), mashed banana, vanilla extract, salt and cinnamon until well combined. Stir in the old fashioned oats.
3. Spoon the oat mix evenly into 6 muffin cups. Using a spoon or a finger, press down in the middle of the cups to make them into little cups/bowls.
4. Cover the muffin tin with aluminum foil and place into the refrigerator for at least an hour.
5. While the granola cups are in the fridge, preheat an oven to 325 degrees. Place the muffin tin (without the aluminum foil cover) in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden browned.
6. Once the granola cups are done, allow them to cool completely before serving - this will help them keep their form!
7. Once cooled, fill the cups with your favorite yogurt and then top with sliced berries and/or nuts!

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Calories and Nutritional Information

Nutritional information is for granola cup and yogurt only - any toppings will be extra. To calculate for full recipe including toppings, I recommend using a recipe builder like My Fitness Pal.

Yield: 6 granola cups

Serving Size : 1 parfait

Amount Per Serving: CALORIES: 249 TOTAL FAT: 10g SATURATED FAT: 1g TRANS FAT: 0g UNSATURATED FAT: 8g CHOLESTEROL: 2mg SODIUM: 216mg CARBOHYDRATES: 36gFIBER: 6g SUGAR: 15g PROTEIN: 8g

How to Store Leftovers

The granola cups alone (not topped with yogurt) should be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container. If the granola cups are filled with yogurt, they'll last for about a day in the refrigerator.

The granola cups alone can also be frozen for up to 6 months in an airtight freezer bag.

Are Yogurt Parfaits Healthy?

Granola parfaits can be healthy as long as you keep the toppings low in sugar. I like to stick to fresh fruits for mine!

How to Make a Vegan Yogurt Parfait

This recipe is easy to make vegan by swapping out dairy yogurt with a plant based yogurt like AYO almond yogurt. I like to use AYO because not only is it delicious and creamy, but it also has less sugar than other plant based (and even dairy) yogurts. I try to be mindful of my family's sugar intake and this is a yogurt I feel good about serving to my toddler. I also love that they're a family owned company and make the almond yogurt using almonds from their family's farm!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• This recipe can be made into mini parfaits by making these in a mini muffin tin. If making mini parfaits, simply reduce baking time to about 8-10 minutes or until golden browned.
• Parfaits are completely customizable so you can add in any of your favorite fruits, nuts, and other toppings. Some of my favorites are sliced almonds, kiwis, strawberries and blueberries.
• This is a fun recipe for brunch! Make a "Make Your Own Parfait" bar but putting out granola cups with different types of yogurts and toppings so everyone can make their own creations.

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