Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh or thawed frozen fruit, such as bananas, strawberries, peaches, or mango
• 3 cups nonfat plain yogurt
• 1 ½ cups granola

Optional Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons sliced almonds

Materials

• 6 cups or bowls
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons
• Sharp knife

Instructions

1. If using fresh fruit, rinse, peel, and/or trim as needed. If using thawed frozen fruit, drain any excess juices. Cut fruit into ¼-inch thick slices. There should be about 3 cups total.
2. Layer ¼ cup yogurt into each of 6 cups or bowls. Top with ¼ cup sliced fruit and 2 Tablespoons granola.
3. Repeat layers one more time, ending with a layer of granola.
4. If using, top with sliced almonds.

Chef’s Notes

• Layer parfait just before serving to keep granola crunchy.
• Use any high-fiber cereal you like instead of granola.
• Try topping with rinsed, chopped fresh mint leaves for extra flavor and color.
• To save money, use fresh fruits that are in season. When seasonal fruits are hard to find, use thawed frozen fruit.
• Use leftover fruit in Fruit Smoothies.
• Use Homemade Granola.