Blueberry Yogurt Parfait Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can I use frozen berries in parfait? ›

Frozen fruit works great in these parfaits because they melt in the fridge and create a yummy berry sauce that gets mixed in throughout the entire parfait. Super good and luxurious feeling with zero effort required! I use a few Tablespoons each frozen pineapple and frozen blueberries. Plus frozen raspberries.

They are packed with vitamins, minerals, and awesome antioxidants that positively affect the aging process. This parfait is high in fiber, natural carbohydrates, and dairy protein."

Scientists from Lund University in Sweden found that the fiber in blueberries, especially when combined with a dose of good bacteria (think yogurt) reduced levels of inflammation-inducing bacteria and increased levels disease- protective bacteria in the large intestines.

Generally, speaking, you can use fresh and frozen berries interchangeably in your baking recipes, but you may need to make a few tweaks to ensure it comes out perfectly.

Yogurt and Fruit

1 cup yogurt (I prefer plan Greek yogurt, but pick what you like best.) *I like using both fresh and frozen blueberries, but you may use one or the other.

Boost of Vitamins and Antioxidants

The fruit layer in a yogurt parfait isn’t just for decoration. It provides a significant amount of vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber. Antioxidants are important for combatting harmful free radicals in the body, potentially warding off chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.

Eating foods high in protein and fiber may help keep you full without spiking your blood sugar. Foods like non-starchy vegetables, eggs, flaxseeds, and Greek yogurt can encourage healthy post-meal blood sugar levels and help you maintain healthy glycemic control.

Still, it's important to avoid parfaits that are high in added sugar, such as some store-bought varieties, those made with sweetened yogurt, and those made with granola that has added sugar. Thus, it's best to make your own parfait rather than buy it in a store.

If too much starter culture is used, the bacteria will be crowded and run out of food (lactose) before the yogurt is set. Too much starter can produce a sour taste, rather than the desired tart taste.

The temperature is too low. If the temp is below 68 degrees Fahrenheit, the cultures will not ferment properly and the milk will stay runny. The temperature is too high. If the temperature is above 80 degrees Fahrenheit, the yogurt will ferment too fast and will also render the yogurt runny.

Who makes the best yogurt? ›

Stonyfield Organic Greek Whole Milk Yogurt, Plain

This full-fat pick boasts 16 grams of protein per serving and six different strains of live active cultures, with zero added sugars. It was a standout among tasters, who enjoyed its creamy yet light texture.

If you eat blueberries daily they help reduce chronic disease risk, improve cholesterol levels and heart health, reduce high blood pressure, and provide other benefits. Blueberries are small, round, bluish-purple fruits or berries.

Blueberries are a good source of fiber, an essential nutrient that can promote regularity, prevent constipation and maintain a healthy gut. “A fiber-rich diet has been associated with better overall metabolic and digestive health,” says Lubeck.

Yogurt and fruits can be eaten together and may exert combined health benefits through potential prebiotic and probiotic effects. Furthermore, substituting high-energy, nutrient-deficient snacks with fruit and yogurt could reduce the intake of high-calorie obesogenic foods.

Frozen fruits are going to add some moisture to your parfait as they melt. Generally, this liquid becomes like a sweet fruit sauce that you can mix into your yogurt, but it doesn't necessarily look pretty. If you want your parfaits to be Instagram-perfect, and ready for their close-up, you want to use fresh fruit.

Thaw the frozen fruits in the refrigerator or at room temperature until they are partially thawed but still chilled. 2. Take two serving glasses or bowls. Start by adding a layer of Greek yogurt at the bottom of each glass, about 1/4 cup in each.

SO, I created this amazing concept of packing yogurt onto frozen berries. The berries keep the yogurt cold but have thawed by the time I'm ready to eat. How great is that?! I toss the berries in salt, cinnamon and/or ground ginger for some extra flavor and top the yogurt with nuts or cereal.

Frozen fruits and berries are safe to consume raw, cooked or even frozen out of the bag. However, frozen vegetables should always be cooked before consumption to minimize any foodborne illness risk. Luckily for us, there are several ways to make frozen vegetables just as delicious as fresh.