Description

Create festive Holiday Yogurt Parfaits with Cranberry Compote. These layered parfaits combine creamy yogurt, tangy homemade cranberry compote, and crunchy granola, making them a perfect breakfast or light dessert for the holiday season.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Cranberry Compote:
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
For the Parfaits:
4 cups yogurt (Greek or regular, plain or flavored)
2 cups granola (store-bought or homemade)
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Cranberry Compote: Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until cranberries burst and mixture thickens. Stir in vanilla and cinnamon during the last few minutes if desired. Cool compote to room temperature.
Assemble the Parfaits: In glasses or bowls, layer yogurt, granola, and cranberry compote. Repeat layers until filled, finishing with yogurt and a spoonful of compote.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh mint leaves if using. Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.

Notes

Cranberry compote can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
For best results, assemble parfaits no more than an hour before serving to keep granola crisp.
Non-dairy yogurt can be used as a substitute.
Consider crushed nuts or seeds as an alternative to granola.
Freezing assembled parfaits is not recommended, but the compote can be frozen.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert/Breakfast
Method: Layering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 parfait
Calories: 250
Sugar: N/A
Sodium: N/A
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: N/A
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: N/A
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: N/A

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