Cinnamon Apple Yogurt Parfait Crunch
A no-cook yogurt parfait with cinnamon apples and crunchy granola that feels like breakfast dessert.
Prep: 10 · Cook: · Total: 10 · Serves: 2 · Difficulty: Easy · Rating: 4.7/5 (96 reviews)
INSPIRED BY
I wanted the flavor of apple pie spice without baking anything. A quick toss of apples and cinnamon does it, then yogurt makes it breakfast.
Story
I love a breakfast that feels like a treat but still keeps me steady until lunch. This parfait is my answer when the morning is moving fast and I need something real. The cinnamon apples taste cozy right away, even without cooking. If you have kids around, let them build their own layers and call it a win.
By Casey
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup granola
- 2 tbsp chopped toasted nuts (optional)
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss apple slices with cinnamon, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Add a pinch of nutmeg if you like.
- In a second bowl, stir yogurt with vanilla and salt until smooth.
- Spoon a layer of yogurt into two glasses or bowls.
- Add a layer of cinnamon apples, then sprinkle in a bit of granola.
- Repeat the layers, finishing with granola and nuts on top.
- Serve right away for maximum crunch, or chill up to 30 minutes and add granola just before eating.
Chef Tips
- Add granola right before serving so it stays crisp.
- For extra protein, use full-fat Greek yogurt.
- A tart apple (Granny Smith) balances the sweetness nicely.
- Make it dairy-free with coconut yogurt and maple syrup.
Cook's Notes
- Slice the apples thin so every bite gets a little sweetness and crunch.
- Use plain yogurt and sweeten to taste, it keeps the parfait from getting overly sugary.
- If you pack this for later, carry the granola separately.