Guava Flavored Yogurt Parfait (Printable Version)

Creamy yogurt layered with tropical guava preserves, fresh berries, kiwi, and crunchy granola for a refreshing breakfast.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt

→ Fruit & Preserves

02 - 1 cup guava preserves or guava jam
03 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
04 - 1 cup fresh kiwi, peeled and diced

→ Grains

05 - 1 cup granola

→ Optional Garnishes

06 - 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint

# Method:

01 - Stir the guava preserves to loosen them if thick and set aside.
02 - In 4 serving glasses or jars, spoon 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into the bottom of each.
03 - Distribute approximately 1 tablespoon of guava preserves per glass over the yogurt layer, spreading gently.
04 - Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of granola evenly over the guava preserve layer in each glass.
05 - Top with a mixture of sliced strawberries and diced kiwi.
06 - Repeat the layering sequence: yogurt, guava preserves, granola, and fresh fruit combination.
07 - Crown each parfait with optional shredded coconut and fresh mint.
08 - Serve immediately for optimal granola crunch, or refrigerate up to 1 hour before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes, which means breakfast doesn't feel like a chore on rushed mornings.
  • The contrast of creamy, crunchy, and fruity textures keeps every spoonful interesting and satisfying.
  • Guava has this tropical brightness that makes an ordinary yogurt parfait feel like something special.
02 -
  • If you let these sit overnight, the granola will absorb moisture and lose its crunch—that's not a catastrophe, but it changes the whole personality of the dish, so timing matters.
  • Not all granola is created equal; the clumpy, less-sugary versions actually hold up better than the fine, powdery ones that disappear into the yogurt.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before building if you have time—it keeps everything cooler longer and makes the whole experience feel more luxurious.
  • If your preserves are too thick to spread, microwave them for 15 seconds, stir, and they'll cooperate immediately.
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