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    Home » Breakfast

    Berry Yogurt Parfait Trifle Recipe

    Published: Dec 4, 2018 · Modified: Apr 29, 2022 by Dara · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 7 Comments

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    Feeding a crowd for brunch? Wow them with a healthy Berry Yogurt Parfait Trifle! It comes together in minutes and uses a spiced yogurt which is perfect for the holidays.
    Feeding a crowd for brunch? Wow them with a healthy Berry Yogurt Parfait Trifle! It comes together in minutes and uses a spiced yogurt which is perfect for the holidays. 154 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #yogurtparfait #trifle #brunchrecipes

    Berry Yogurt Parfait Trifle Recipe

    My favorite yogurt parfait is getting dressed up for company! As I was munching on my regular parfait, which happens at least 3 to 4 times per week, I had an epiphanie. What if I took my trifle dish (a glass bowl would work in a pinch) and make a pumped-up yogurt parfait for entertaining?

    Fresh berries, spiced yogurt (a breeze to make) and a batch of my homemade granola are all that's needed to make this healthy trifle. Serve it up when feeding a crowd during the holidays or when you invite your friends over for Sunday brunch.

    Whipping Greek yogurt with maple syrup and nutmeg until it is light and fluffy.

    What is a trifle?

    • Trifle is a traditional English dessert that consists of layers of sponge cake (often alcohol-soaked), custard and fruit.
    • Many recipes use lady fingers as the sponge cake layer, but pound cake can be substituted as well. Many "light" recipes opt for angel food cake.
    • This breakfast trifle is a fun take on the original dessert concept. Whipped yogurt instead of custard, granola instead of sponge cake, and all layered with fresh berries.

    Homemade granola, fresh berries and Greek yogurt being layered into a trifle dish.

    What you need to make this yogurt parfait trifle recipe:

    • A trifle dish: I found mine at Target, but there are plenty available on Amazon, like this one or this fancier one (affiliate links). Alternatively, a glass bowl would work in a pinch.
    • Plain Greek yogurt: My preference is for nonfat yogurt, but feel free to use a full fat variety for extra creaminess. Using either a hand mixer or a stand mixer, whip the yogurt with some maple syrup and nutmeg (hello, holiday flavors!) until light and fluffy.
    • Granola: Homemade granola is the way to go, particularly because it's so easy to make. I used my Maple Pistachio Granola recipe, which mirrored the flavors of the spiced yogurt really well. That being said, if you have a store-bought granola or another homemade recipe that you love, use that!
    • Berries: Whatever you can find that is the most flavorful. I used blackberries, blueberries and raspberries, but strawberries and marionberries would be great substitutes.

    Your favorite fruit and yogurt parfait goes big! Layer all of the ingredients into a trifle bowl for a dish that will feed a crowd. 154 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #breakfastrecipes #weightwatchers #myfitnesspal #vegetarian

    How do I make this trifle dairy-free or vegan?

    • If you're using my granola recipe, that part of the trifle is already dairy-free and vegan.
    • So, all  you need to swap out is the yogurt. There are plenty of soy, coconut milk and cashew-based yogurts available at most well-stocked grocery stores.

    Layer homemade maple granola, fresh berries and spiced yogurt into a serving bowl for a beautiful breakfast trifle that is made for entertaining! 154 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #entertaining #christmas #holidays #brunch

    Other healthy brunch recipes to feed a crowd:

    Sweet Potato Hash with Creamy Avocado Sauce {Cookin' Canuck}
    Skinny Sausage & Egg Breakfast Casserole {Cookin' Canuck}
    Low Carb Coconut Flour Pancakes {All Day I Dream About Food}
    Overnight Breakfast Enchiladas {Joyful Healthy Eats}

    Instagram-button If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

    Feeding a crowd for brunch? Wow them with a healthy Berry Yogurt Parfait Trifle! It comes together in minutes and uses a spiced yogurt which is perfect for the holidays. 154 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #yogurtparfait #trifle #brunchrecipes

    Berry Yogurt Parfait Breakfast Trifle Recipe

    Feeding a crowd for brunch? Wow them with a healthy Berry Yogurt Parfait Trifle! It comes together in minutes and uses a spiced yogurt which is perfect for the holidays.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: English
    Keyword: Vegetarian, Yogurt Parfait
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 25 Servings
    Calories: 154.2kcal
    Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

    Ingredients

    • 8 cups plain nonfat Greek yogurt
    • ¼ cups pure maple syrup
    • 1 ½  teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
    • 3 cups homemade granola
    • 8 cups mixed fresh berries (I used blueberries raspberries & blackberries
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    Instructions

    • In a large bowl (with a hand mixer) or in the bowl of a stand mixer (with the whisk attachment), whip the yogurt, maple syrup and nutmeg until the yogurt is light and airy, 3 to 4 minutes.
    • Using a trifle dish or large glass bowl, layer the yogurt, granola and berries starting with the yogurt  and ending with the berries.
    • Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.

    Notes

    Weight Watchers Points: 3 (Freestyle SmartPoints), 4 (Points+)

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.75Cup | Calories: 154.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.6g | Protein: 9.8g | Fat: 4.1g | Saturated Fat: 1.7g | Cholesterol: 3.2mg | Sodium: 68.1mg | Fiber: 3.1g | Sugar: 11.2g
    Tried this recipe?If you make this recipe, I'd love to see it on Instagram! Just use the hashtag #COOKINCANUCK and I'll be sure to find it.

    Guests coming over for brunch? Turn your favorite yogurt parfait recipe into a healthy trifle recipe that can feed a crowd. Great for the holidays, too. 154 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP #healthybreakfast #recipe #lowfat

    Disclosure: I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for me to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

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      1. Carol

        December 24, 2019 at 11:18 am

        For a crowd, should you serve the granola on the side? Many children don't like granola.

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        • Dara

          December 24, 2019 at 6:55 pm

          Hi Carol, that's completely up to you. I've served this to children before and the granola hasn't been an issue. But if you know the group that you're serving to aren't granola fans, then feel free to serve it on the side. 🙂

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      2. Bethany

        September 26, 2019 at 5:49 am

        If I make this ahead of time will the granola get soggy?

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        • Dara

          September 26, 2019 at 9:05 am

          Hi Bethany, I wouldn't make it any more than 3 or 4 hours in advance.

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        • katherine

          May 22, 2020 at 3:20 pm

          it will soften after 24 hrs

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      3. VIcky

        September 23, 2019 at 3:28 pm

        Can I make this a day in advance?

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        • Dara

          September 26, 2019 at 9:06 am

          Hi Vicky, I wouldn't make this any more than 3 or 4 hours in advance to avoid the granola from becoming soggy.

          Reply

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