Start your day with this stunning, healthy breakfast parfait layered with fresh nectarines, sweet Bing cherries, creamy Greek yogurt, and crunchy granola. It’s a refreshing combination that’s as beautiful as it is delicious, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches.
Ingredients
For the Parfaits:
- 2-3 ripe Hale Groves nectarines, sliced
- 1 cup fresh Sweet Mountain Bing cherries, pitted and halved
- 2 cups Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- ½ cup granola
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
Optional Add-ins:
- Fresh pomegranate seeds
- Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- Honeysuckle flowers (for garnish)
- Chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
- Chia seeds or flax seeds
- Drizzle of almond butter
Directions
- Prep the fruit: Wash nectarines and slice into thin wedges. Pit cherries and cut in half. If using pomegranate or other optional fruits, prep those as well.
- Sweeten the yogurt (optional): If desired, stir honey into the Greek yogurt for added sweetness. Plain yogurt works beautifully if your fruit is very ripe and sweet.
- Layer the parfaits: Using two clear glasses or bowls, start building your parfaits:
- Start with 2-3 tablespoons of yogurt at the bottom
- Add a layer of sliced nectarines
- Add a layer of cherry halves
- Sprinkle with granola
- Repeat layers once or twice more, depending on glass size
- Finish with a final dollop of yogurt on top
- Garnish: Top with remaining fruit, a sprinkle of granola, and any optional add-ins like pomegranate seeds, berries, or nuts. Drizzle with honey if desired.
- Serve immediately: Parfaits are best enjoyed right away while the granola is still crunchy. If making ahead, wait to add granola until just before serving.
Tips for Success
Why nectarines and cherries? This summer fruit combo is naturally sweet and pairs beautifully together. Hale Groves nectarines are juicy and flavorful, while fresh cherries add a pop of color and tart-sweet contrast.
Make it your own: The optional add-ins (pomegranate, berries, nuts) let you customize based on what’s in season or what you have on hand. All work beautifully with the nectarine-cherry base.
Meal prep friendly: Prep your fruit and portion your yogurt the night before. Store separately and assemble in the morning for a quick, healthy breakfast.
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A healthy breakfast in a glass that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunch, or anytime you want a refreshing fruit and yogurt combo!