Pin A refreshing, tropical parfait featuring creamy yogurt layered with sweet guava preserves, crunchy granola, and fresh fruit—a perfect breakfast or light dessert.
Pin This tropical-inspired dish brings together the creamy texture of Greek yogurt and the exotic sweetness of guava, making it an ideal choice for a bright morning meal or a light evening treat.
Ingredients
- Dairy: 2 cups (480 g) plain Greek yogurt
- Fruit & Preserves: 1 cup (250 g) guava preserves or guava jam, 1 cup (150 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced, 1 cup (150 g) fresh kiwi, peeled and diced
- Grains: 1 cup (80 g) granola
- Optional Garnishes: 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
Instructions
- Step 1
- Stir the guava preserves to loosen them if thick; set aside.
- Step 2
- In 4 serving glasses or jars, spoon 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into the bottom of each.
- Step 3
- Add a layer of guava preserves (about 1 tablespoon per glass), spreading gently.
- Step 4
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granola over the guava layer.
- Step 5
- Add a mix of strawberries and kiwi.
- Step 6
- Repeat the layers: yogurt, guava preserves, granola, and fresh fruit.
- Step 7
- Top with optional coconut and mint.
- Step 8
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Ensure you have 4 serving glasses or jars and a knife and cutting board ready. For the best consistency, remember to stir the preserves to loosen them before you begin layering.
Varianten und Anpassungen
For a dairy-free version, use coconut yogurt. You can also substitute guava preserves with mango or passion fruit preserves if desired.
Serviervorschläge
This parfait pairs well with a tropical fruit smoothie or a cup of lightly brewed green tea.
Pin Each of the four servings contains approximately 260 calories and 9g of protein, providing a balanced and refreshing way to enjoy a taste of the tropics.
Recipe Q&A
- → Can I make this parfait ahead of time?
For maximum crunch, serve immediately. You can refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving, but the granola will soften over time.
- → What other fruits work well in this parfait?
Mango, pineapple, papaya, or berries like blueberries and raspberries all complement the tropical guava flavors beautifully.
- → How can I make this dairy-free?
Simply substitute coconut yogurt or almond yogurt for the Greek yogurt. The texture remains creamy and delicious.
- → Can I use different preserves?
Mango or passion fruit preserves work wonderfully as alternatives to guava, maintaining the tropical profile of this layered dish.
- → What's the best way to layer the parfait?
Start with yogurt on the bottom, followed by preserves, granola, then fresh fruit. Repeat the layers and finish with coconut and mint garnishes on top.