Mini Strawberry Yogurt Parfaits (Print View)

Layered creamy yogurt, fresh strawberries, and crunchy granola served in shot glasses.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and finely diced
02 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar, optional for sweetening strawberries

→ Dairy

03 - 1.5 cups Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
04 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

→ Crunch

05 - 1 cup granola

→ Garnish

06 - 8 small fresh mint leaves, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, toss diced strawberries with sugar if using. Let sit for 5 minutes to release juices and enhance sweetness.
02 - In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt with honey or maple syrup, stirring until smooth and sweetened to desired taste.
03 - Place 1 tablespoon of yogurt mixture in the bottom of each shot glass.
04 - Layer approximately 1 teaspoon of macerated strawberries over the yogurt in each glass.
05 - Sprinkle approximately 1 tablespoon of granola on top of the strawberry layer.
06 - Repeat with another layer of yogurt, strawberries, and finish with a granola layer for visual appeal and texture contrast.
07 - Top each parfait with a fresh mint leaf for garnish and aromatic enhancement if desired.
08 - Serve immediately to preserve the granola's crunchiness and optimal texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're bite-sized magic that lets you eat dessert with your hands while feeling sophisticated about it.
  • The contrast between creamy yogurt, juicy strawberries, and crunchy granola in one spoonful is genuinely addictive.
  • Zero cooking required means you can make these while your coffee is still hot.
02 -
  • Assemble these no more than an hour before serving, or the granola will absorb moisture and lose its crunch completely.
  • If you're making these ahead, store the components separately and layer them just before guests arrive or you sit down to eat.
03 -
  • If your granola tends to be fine and dusty, give it a gentle toss before layering to remove excess crumbs that'll turn soggy.
  • Chill your shot glasses for ten minutes before assembling if you have time; the cold glass keeps everything firmer longer and feels more luxurious to hold.
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