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    Home » Easy Recipes » Breakfast

    Yogurt bar ideas!

    Published: Jul 2, 2023 · Modified: Nov 22, 2023 by Susan Moncrieff · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    I love hosting a good yogurt parfait bar!  They are a wonderful way to share breakfast with a crowd of people or a larger family gathering.  There is something for everyone!  Crunchy granola, smooth yogurt, or delicious fresh berries.   Easy to put together for breakfast or brunch.

    large yogurt and granola parfait in a mason jar with berries
    Mason jar yogurt parfait

    Looking to make something similar but more grab-and-go? Try these easy overnight oats. Or if you'd like to add a hot brunch dish that is easy to make, serve this easy blueberry cobbler, with just three ingredients!

    Table of contents

    • Why I love hosting a yogurt breakfast bar
    • When would you host a yogurt bar?
    • Yogurt parfait bar ideas
      • Yogurt
      • Granola
      • A variety of fresh berries
      • Optional toppings
    • Serving dish
    • Serve a variety of beverages
    • Breakfast to go
    • FAQs
    • Other breakfast ideas

    Why I love hosting a yogurt breakfast bar

    There is something for everyone! Use yogurt or granola as the base and add a few favorite toppings. This is a great way to serve people who have different food tastes and preferences. Plus, it's easy to put together. You can even get your fruit ready the night before and place it in their respective serving bowl.

    When would you host a yogurt bar?

    There are so many options! But here are some ideas.

    • Family breakfast or brunch
    • Overnight visitors
    • Easter brunch
    • Christmas morning
    • Engagement party, bridal shower, baby shower
    • neighborhood coffee
    • book club

    Yogurt parfait bar ideas

    three small bowls of berries, a bowl of yogurt and a bar of granola

    Yogurt

    If you know your guest's preferences, there are ways to tailor your yogurt to the crowd. For example, kids often like regular sweetened yogurt (Like vanilla Yoplait). People looking to eat healthier may prefer plain Greek yogurt, with a lower calorie count and a higher protein level. No matter what yogurt you serve, give it a good stir. It looks more appetizing when it's smooth.
    If it's a larger group, I might serve two separate bowls of yogurt and label them.

    Granola

    Get your favorite granola. I like the kinds that have a nice crunchy texture and include things like pumpkin seeds. Granola doesn't need to be expensive but it does need to be good quality.

    A variety of fresh berries

    I love using fresh berries! Not only are they delicious, appetizing, and healthy, but they are also easy to prepare for the hostess. The last time I served yogurt parfaits, I had blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Buy berries when your grocery store has them on sale.
    small bowls with raspberries, blueberries and blackberries

    Another excellent fresh fruit combination in the summer includes melons. Cut up watermelon, fresh cantaloupe, watermelon, or honeydew melons.

    Strawberries are always delicious! Just make sure they are ripe. Sometimes I mix up the variety of toppings based on what is available and sometimes just use a bright color combination.

    martini glass with yogurt, granola and fresh fruit

    If fresh fruit is not as available or is expensive, canned fruit (peaches, pineapple, pears, fruit cocktail) and frozen fruit are perfectly acceptable options!  Have you seen how nicely berries are frozen now?

    Optional toppings

    These can be a 'bonus' ingredient to your delicious parfait!

    • Honey - available to drizzle on top.
    • Nuts - walnuts, pecans, and almonds are my favorites.
    • Nutella - yes, please!
    • Chocolate syrup - who doesn't love chocolate drizzled on fresh fruit?

    Serving dish

    I love a pretty serving dish. Perhaps I should call it a glass.
    Use fancy martini glasses, wine glasses (for overnight guests, showers, etc) or practical (mason jars, pretty clear plastic cups), or use a small bowl! Use what you have. But, I will share that putting out your cocktail glassware does impress!

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    Don't forget a serving spoon in each fruit and topping dish!

    yogurt bar

    Mason jars are also great for this.  The big benefit is you could easily make breakfast to go!  Perfectly portable.  I love crystal ball canning jars.  I had a hard time finding them and had to order them online. To see exactly what I ordered, look at these Crystal Jelly Jars.  Remember, there are different sizes of mason jars available.

    small and large yogurt parfait with berries

    For a larger group, be kind to yourself.  There are pretty but inexpensive plastic cups out there, too!  You still have the impact with a fraction of the work to clean up.

    yogurt bar

    Serve a variety of beverages

    When feeding a group, don't forget to provide a variety of beverages. Nothing fancy, but this is what I would have available for a larger group.

    • Coffee (regular and decaf.)
    • Tea (a variety of herbal)
    • Diet Coke (I could never, but some people have their DC every morning)
    • Orange juice
    • Water

    If you want to invite a group for breakfast, a yogurt bar is a beautiful way to accommodate different tastes.   It would be a great way to serve a big family group staying over, too!  There is something for every taste.

    Breakfast to go

    One more important tip. Put a lid on the mason jar, and you have breakfast to go!

    Put one of these mason jar storage lids on top, and you have an easy, portable breakfast.

    mason jar full of fruit, yogurt and granola with a white lid.

    FAQs

    Can I use other fruit?

    Of course! Sometimes, I like using different melons. Just try to do those when they are in season.

    What types of yogurt are best?

    If serving guests, I get the best organic yogurt I can find. Sometimes, I'll also serve vanilla yogurt and a stirred-up plain Greek yogurt. That way, guests have a choice. But do label them!

    Other breakfast ideas

    • a serving of baked oatmeal with mixed berries
      Easy Berry Oatmeal Bake
    • a blueberry muffin sitting in front of a muffin pan full of muffins
      Cake Mix Blueberry Muffins
    • a serving of berry cobbler with a scoop of ice cream on top.
      Easy Berry Cobbler - 3 ingredients
    • overnight oats with blueberries
      Easy Overnight Oats
    small yogurt parfait with berries
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    5 from 2 votes

    Yogurt Parfait Bar

    Crunchy granola, smooth yogurt and fresh fruit or berries are the main ingredients of this delicious yogurt parfait bar.  A simple way to provide friends, family and guests a customizable breakfast.  Perfect for picky eaters! This can be a special breakfast for your family, overnight guests or for a baby or wedding shower!
    Prep Time15 minutes mins
    Total Time15 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 180Kcal
    Author: Susan Moncrieff

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups blueberries or mixed berries
    • 2 cups Greek style yogurt sweetened or plain
    • 1 cup Granola
    • Optional toppings include drizzled honey drizzled chocolate syrup, and pecan or walnuts.

    Instructions

    • Allow guests to serve themselves!  Just prior to breakfast or brunch, put out the following items.
    • Fresh berries or fruit
    • A bowl of your favorite yogurt
    • A bowl of good quality granola

    Notes

    Serve in fancy martini glasses for a more formal look or in mason jars for a simple but practical container.
    Use seasonal fruit or berries, and take advantage of grocery store sales.
    Frozen fruit or cut-up canned fruit also works well.
     

    Nutrition (I am not a nutritionist. These are estimates only)

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 180Kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 1mg

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    1. pestep81

      February 13, 2016 at 6:50 am

      Yum. I love yogurt and granola. Sometimes I make my own granola but it's nice to know there's a quick and tasty option out there. Thanks.

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