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Recipe for Gut Health: Berry Yogurt Parfait

This satisfying treat includes probiotic-rich Greek yogurt for gut health. By adding real fruits, nuts and seeds you also get protein and essential fatty acids.

two yogurt parfaits with granola and berries
Updated July 30, 2021

Whether it's for breakfast or dessert, this satisfying treat will have you saying goodbye to that sugary yogurt combo you're used to. Probiotic-rich Greek yogurt is the star of the show, but by adding real fruits, nuts and seeds – you'll add a delightful crunch along with protein and essential fatty acids.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen berries (blueberries, blackberries, cherries, raspberries)
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 2 teaspoons ground seeds (chia, flax, hemp, pumpkin or sunflower)
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup

Directions:

  1. Crush the berries slightly with the side of a spoon to release the juices.
  2. Add maple syrup to your Greek yogurt and mix until fully incorporated.
  3. In two 8-ounce glasses, layer the ingredients, beginning with:
    a. ¼ cup berries
    b. ¼ cup yogurt
    c. 1 tablespoon nuts
    d. ½ teaspoon seeds
  4. Repeat layers until cup is filled.

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