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Diy Yogurt Parfait Bar

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Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Plain Greek yogurt (whole milk or 2%): Creamy base with protein to keep kids full. Choose unsweetened to control sugar.
  • Fresh fruit Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), diced mango, banana slices, kiwi, chopped apples, or peaches.
  • Low-sugar granola Look for options with 6g sugar or less per serving, or make your own if you're feeling extra.
  • Optional sweeteners A drizzle of honey or maple syrup, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for flavor without overload.
  • Crunchy add-ons optional; Chopped nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds), unsweetened coconut flakes, cacao nibs.
  • Fun extras optional; Mini dark chocolate chips, crushed freeze-dried fruit, vanilla extract, or a dollop of nut butter.
  • Acid and zest optional; Lemon zest or a squeeze of citrus to brighten flavors, especially with berries.

Method
 

  1. Scoop plain Greek yogurt into a big bowl. Stir in a splash of vanilla extract if you want a softer flavor without adding sugar.
  2. Rinse berries, slice bananas, cube mango or apples. Keep pieces small for easy layering and better mix-ins per bite.
  3. Set bowls of yogurt, fruit, granola, and extras in a line. Add spoons and small cups or clear jars to make it feel “official.”
  4. Yogurt first, fruit second, granola third, then repeat. This keeps the granola crisp and prevents the dreaded soggy top.
  5. For balance, suggest 1/2 cup yogurt + 1/4 cup fruit + 2 tablespoons granola. Kids can adjust, but at least there's a guide.
  6. If kids want sweetness, limit to 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup. A little goes a long way when fruit is ripe.
  7. Challenge kids to build a rainbow, try a new fruit, or name their parfait. The sillier the name, the better.
  8. Parfaits taste best when the granola is still crunchy and the fruit is fresh.