Lemon Blueberry Yogurt Parfait (Printable)
A vibrant blend of lemon yogurt, fresh blueberries, and crunchy granola for a refreshing start or light finish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Yogurt Layer
01 - 2 cups Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ Fruit Layer
05 - 2 cups fresh blueberries
06 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, for sweetening berries)
→ Granola Layer
07 - 1 1/2 cups granola (store-bought or homemade)
→ Optional Garnish
08 - Lemon slices or additional zest
09 - Fresh mint leaves
# Directions:
01 - Combine Greek yogurt, honey, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Whisk until completely smooth and evenly blended.
02 - Toss fresh blueberries with sugar in a separate bowl if extra sweetness is desired. This step is optional depending on berry sweetness preference.
03 - Spoon a layer of the prepared lemon yogurt into the bottom of four parfait glasses or jars, creating an even foundation.
04 - Add a layer of blueberries over the yogurt, followed by a layer of granola. Ensure layers are visible against the glass for presentation.
05 - Continue alternating yogurt, blueberry, and granola layers until all ingredients are used. End with granola topping and a few blueberries for visual appeal.
06 - Top with fresh lemon zest and mint leaves if using. Serve immediately to maintain granola crunch and texture contrast.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Takes literally ten minutes but looks like you put in real effort
- The lemon cuts through the richness so it never feels too heavy
- You can prep everything the night before and assemble when you want it
02 -
- Granola starts getting soft pretty fast so serve within an hour or keep the crunch layer separate
- Clear glasses make all the difference because seeing the layers is half the experience
03 -
- Use a microplane for the zest so you do not hit the bitter white pith underneath
- Chill your serving glasses for at least 20 minutes before assembling for maximum freshness