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    Home » Recipes & Food hints » Four Ingredients or Less!

    Host an easy yogurt parfait bar!

    Published: Feb 18, 2022 · Modified: Apr 29, 2022 by momcrieff · This post may contain affiliate links · 1 Comment

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    Set up and build your own parfait yogurt bar.

    I love hosting a good yogurt bar!  They are a wonderful way to share breakfast with a larger group of people.  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

    When would you host a yogurt bar?

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

      Family breakfast or brunch
      Easter brunch
      Book club
      Breakfast for overnight guests
      Bridal showers
      Baby shower
      Neighborhood coffee (yes, I used to invite the whole subdivision!)

    Ingredients for yogurt parfaits

    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 a 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 fruits!

    I love using fresh berries! Not only are they delicious, appetizing and healthy, they are 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 nice 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 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 a perfectly acceptable option!  Have you seen how nicely berries are frozen now?

    Optional toppings

    These can be a 'bonus' type of 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 just use a small bowl! Use what you have. But, I will share that putting out your cocktail glassware does impress!

    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 a breakfast to go!  Perfectly portable.  I love the crystal ball jars.  I had a hard time finding them and had to order them online. To see exactly what I ordered, click here.  Keep in mind there are different sizes of mason jars available - that can help with portion control.

     

    small and large yogurt parfait with berries

    For a larger group, be kind to yourself.  There are pretty, 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 of people over for breakfast, a yogurt bar is a wonderful 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.

    Just a fyi, here is another easy breakfast (or lunch) to-go meal in a mason jar!  Take a look at my overnight oatmeal recipe. Here is another portable breakfast/lunch/snack Three Ingredient peanut butter and banana roll ups

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    Yogurt Parfait Bar

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    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!

    • Author: Susan Moncrieff | Momcrieff

    Ingredients

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

    Fresh fruit or berries

    Yogurt (sweetened or Greek-style)

    Granola

    Optional toppings include drizzled honey, drizzled chocolate syrup,  and pecan or walnuts.

    Instructions

    small and large yogurt parfait with berries

    Allow guests to serve themselves!  Just prior to breakfast or brunch, put out the following items.

    Three types of 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.

    For detailed serving suggestions, see the full post, Yogurt Parfait Bar.

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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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