Looking for a healthy and satisfying breakfast that’s quick to prepare and packed with nutrients?
Try this delicious Yogurt and Blueberry Corn Flakes Breakfast Parfait! With layers of creamy yogurt, fresh fruit, and crunchy corn flakes, it’s a delightful way to start your day.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups plain or vanilla yogurt
½ cup oranges, peeled and diced
¼ cup blueberries
¼ cup strawberries, diced
¾ cup cereal of choice (Corn Flakes, Life, Cheerios, Rice Krispies, etc.)
¼ tsp vanilla extract
1 Tbsp honey
1 Tbsp canola oil
½ cup fruit of choice (kiwi, strawberries, etc.), diced
Recipe Directions
Step 1: Create the Orange Yogurt Layer
To start, create the first yogurt layer by adding ½ cup of yogurt and the diced oranges into a food processor or blender. Blend the mixture until smooth and fully incorporated. Once blended, transfer the mixture into a small bowl. This will form the citrusy base layer of your parfait.
Step 2: Make the Blueberry Yogurt Layer
Next, blend another ½ cup of yogurt and the blueberries in the food processor or blender until smooth. Place this mixture in a separate bowl. Blueberries not only add a sweet burst of flavor but are also packed with antioxidants, making this layer as nutritious as it is delicious.
Step 3: Prepare the Strawberry Yogurt Layer
For the strawberry layer, add ½ cup of yogurt and diced strawberries to the food processor or blender. Blend until the strawberries and yogurt are combined to form a smooth mixture. Place this in a separate bowl as well. The vibrant color and sweet taste of strawberries will add a refreshing contrast to the other flavors.
Step 4: Prepare the Cereal Layer
Dear Lykkers, now it’s time to prepare the cereal layer. Add the cereal of your choice (Corn Flakes, Life, Cheerios, or Rice Krispies) into a food processor or blender along with the vanilla extract, honey, and canola oil. Blend everything together until the mixture is well combined and the cereal is crushed into smaller bits. This will provide a crunchy, flavorful layer to contrast with the creamy yogurt layers. Place this cereal mixture in another bowl.
Step 5: Refrigerate the Layers
Once all the layers are prepared, place the four mixtures (orange yogurt, blueberry yogurt, strawberry yogurt, and cereal) into the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. This will help the flavors to set and chill, making the parfait even more refreshing.
Step 6: Assemble the Parfaits
Now comes the fun part—assembling your parfaits! Use two cups or glasses and begin layering the yogurt, fruit, and cereal. Start with a layer of orange yogurt, then a layer of cereal, followed by a layer of blueberry yogurt. Repeat this layering process until you fill the cups. Finish off by topping each parfait with ½ cup of fruit of your choice. You can use diced kiwi, more strawberries, or any fruit you love! Serve the parfaits immediately for the best texture and flavor, or refrigerate them to enjoy later.
Recipe Times
Preparation Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: None
Total Time: 45 min
Recipe Facts
Servings: 2 parfaits
Calories per serving: 360
Tips for the Perfect Parfait
1. No Blender? No Problem!
If you don’t have a food processor or blender, you can still make this recipe! Simply chop the fruit into small pieces and place each type in its own bowl. Add ½ cup of yogurt to each bowl and mix by hand. For the cereal layer, place the cereal in a plastic bag and use a rolling pin, mallet, or potato masher to crush it to your desired consistency. Add the remaining ingredients to the bag and shake it to combine. This method will work just as well for creating your parfait.
2. Customize the Fruit
Feel free to get creative with your fruit selection. While oranges, strawberries, and blueberries are the base of this recipe, you can swap them for other fruits like mango, peaches, or raspberries for a fun twist. The more vibrant the fruits, the more colorful and appetizing your parfait will look!
3. Choose Your Cereal
While corn flakes are a classic choice, feel free to experiment with other cereals such as Life, Cheerios, or even Rice Krispies. Depending on your cereal, you might get different textures or flavors, so choose one that suits your preference for a perfect balance of crunch and creaminess.
