Breakfast Parfaits

Sometimes mornings are too busy to make a big hearty breakfast. I like to make healthy, satisfying parfaits to start our mornings whenever we are busy, or even if it's just a lazy Sunday and you deserve to step away from the stove!

What's fun about parfaits is that you can be creative and make different varieties. I am always looking for versatility when making meals. Whether it is spring, summer, fall or winter, parfaits are great to make in any season.

Here is a few variations:

Fruity Pebble Parfait

vanilla greek yogurt

fruity pebbles

sliced bananas

layer each ingredient in a container or glass.

Granola Parfait

vanilla greek yogurt

sliced bananas

granola w/ raisins & sliced almonds

layer each ingredient in container or glass.

Apple Nut Parfait

vanilla greek yogurt

cinnamon

chopped granny smith apple

chopped walnuts

drizzle of honey

mix together a few spoons full of greek yogurt and cinnamon. Then layer cinnamon vanilla greek yogurt, diced apples & walnuts. Repeat layers, then drizzle with honey.

Berry Bliss Parfait

Vanilla Greek yogurt

blueberries & slice strawberries

honey granola

layer ingredients as listed.

Pumpkin Pie Parfait

Vanilla Greek Yogurt

2 tbs of canned pure pumpkin

chopped pecans

crushed gingersnap cookies

dash of cinnamon & nutmeg

Combine greek yogurt, pumpkin, cinnamon & nutmeg. Layer this with the chopped pecans and gingersnap cookies.

I hope you enjoy the few variations I have listed!!!

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