Chia Yogurt Parfait

5 from 1 vote

A healthy and delicious Chia Yogurt Parfait with layers of creamy yogurt, chia pudding, and your favorite fresh fruits and nuts. Perfect for breakfast or a nutritious snack!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American, Mediterranean

Servings: person

Calories: 295kcal

Author: Dr. Nena Stefanovic

Ingredients

2 tablespoon chia seeds
¼ cup plain yogurt avoid flavored yogurt as it contains unnecessary added sugar
¼ cup milk dairy or plant-based milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
1.2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoon plain yogurt for layering

Instructions

Combine chia seeds, ¼ cup yogurt, and ¼ cup milk in a bowl.
Stir thoroughly to distribute the chia seeds evenly in the mixture.
Add honey or maple syrup and vanilla extract, mixing well.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the chia seeds to absorb the liquid and thicken into a pudding-like consistency.
Once the chia pudding is ready, assemble the parfait with a glass or jar.
Begin by placing a layer of yogurt (using the 3 tablespoon set aside) at the bottom.
Next, add a layer of chia pudding on top of the yogurt.
Continue layering, alternating between chia pudding and yogurt until you reach the top of the glass or jar.
Top the parfait with fresh fruits, nuts, or other desired toppings.
Serve immediately or keep it refrigerated until ready to eat.

Video

Notes

Refer to the post above for video instructions and other useful information.
Nutrition information is an estimate and will depend on your specific ingredients.
Quick tip: Prepare the chia pudding the night before and store it in the refrigerator. In the morning, simply layer it with yogurt and your favorite toppings for a quick and nutritious breakfast.

Serving Suggestions and Storage Tips

Garnish your parfait with a variety of fresh fruits, such as fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), sliced banana, granola, nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans), nut butter (almond butter, peanut butter), or coconut flakes.
Leftover parfaits should be stored covered in the refrigerator and are typically good for 2-3 days.
For optimal texture, assemble the parfait just before serving. If preparing in advance, keep the components separate and assemble them when ready to maintain freshness.

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