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Greek yogurt parfait with strawberries in glass cup, soft natural light on marble.

Greek Yogurt Parfait (Easy Overnight Breakfast)

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Overnight Chill: 8 hours
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Author: Nico Pallotta

Yogurt Base (Overnight)

  • 1½ cups (360 g) Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Marinated Strawberries (Overnight)

  • 1 cup (120 g) fresh strawberries hulled and quartered
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Crunchy Topping (On the day)

  • 3 tablespoons old fashioned rolled oats or granola
  • 3 tablespoons sliced almonds or granola

  • Mix and chill the yogurt: In a medium bowl, stir together 1½ cups Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon honey until smooth.
    Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
    Step 1 Mixing Greek yogurt with lemon zest and honey in bowl on marble surface.
  • Prepare the strawberries: In a small bowl, mix 1 cup fresh strawberries (diced) with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar.
    Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate overnight so they become soft and juicy.
    Step 2 Strawberries tossed with sugar and lemon juice releasing bright red juices.
  • Toast the topping and assemble: The next morning, heat a small pan over medium heat. Add 3 tablespoons old fashioned rolled oats and 3 tablespoons sliced almonds and toast for about 3 minutes, stirring often, until lightly golden. Let cool.
    If you prefer, you can skip this step and use store-bought or homemade granola instead.
    To assemble, start by spooning a little of the strawberry syrup into a glass or jar. Add a layer of yogurt, then a layer of strawberries with some of their juice, and finish with a sprinkle of the crunchy topping. Repeat the layers once more, then serve right away.
    Step 3 Layering yogurt, strawberries, and crunchy topping in glass mug.
Substitutions
  • Greek yogurt → Skyr, low-fat Greek yogurt, or dairy-free yogurt
  • Vanilla extract → Skip it or use a pinch of cinnamon
  • Lemon zest → Orange zest or omit
  • Honey → Maple syrup or agave
  • Strawberries → Thawed frozen berries, raspberries, or blueberries
  • Lemon juice → Orange juice or skip if fruit is ripe
  • Sugar → Maple syrup or reduce quantity
  • Rolled oats or granola → Crushed nuts, seeds, or store-bought granola
  • Sliced almonds → Walnuts, pecans, or sunflower seeds
 
Tips
  • Don’t skip the overnight rest → better flavor + juicier berries
  • Use ripe strawberries → sweeter, more syrupy
  • Cut berries small → better texture in every bite
  • Taste before serving → adjust with a drizzle of honey
  • Toast oats & almonds → extra crunch + nutty flavor
  • Let toppings cool → stay crisp longer
  • Layer last minute → avoid soggy parfait
  • Adjust sweetness → use less sugar or honey if you like
  • Store smart → keep components separate, assemble just before eating
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