Strawberry Mint Parfait with Honey recipes
This recipe outlines a quick and refreshing strawberry mint parfait. Layers of sweet ripe strawberries, fresh mint, creamy vanilla yogurt, crunchy granola, and a drizzle of honey create a delightful and easy breakfast or dessert option that comes together in just minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Parfait Glass or Jar Tall glass for optimal layering display
- 1 Mixing Spoon
Ingredients
Main
- 5 large ripe strawberries
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 1½ cups vanilla yogurt
- ½ cup granola use gluten-free for dietary restrictions
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Gather all necessary ingredients: strawberries, fresh mint, vanilla yogurt, granola, and honey.
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into uniformly bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the fresh mint, ensuring a consistent texture.
- In a parfait glass or jar, begin by adding approximately one-third of the vanilla yogurt to form the base layer.
- Follow with an even layer of the sliced strawberries and a light sprinkle of the chopped mint.
- Next, add a layer of granola over the fruit and mint, ensuring good coverage.
- Drizzle a portion of the honey over the granola layer.
- Repeat the layering process: add another third of yogurt, followed by strawberries, mint, granola, and honey.
- Finish with the remaining yogurt, strawberries, mint, granola, and a final drizzle of honey, ensuring an attractive top layer.
- Serve immediately for optimal crunch, or chill briefly if desired, and garnish with an extra mint sprig or whole strawberry.
Notes
Ingredient quality is paramount for this simple dish. Ensure strawberries are perfectly ripe and sweet, and mint is vibrant and fresh. For best texture, assemble just before serving to prevent the granola from becoming soggy. If preparing ahead, keep granola separate and add just before serving. To enhance flavor, consider a touch of lemon or lime zest mixed into the yogurt, or a drizzle of high-quality balsamic glaze over the strawberries. Experiment with different honey varietals, like clover or orange blossom, for nuanced sweetness. For presentation, layer meticulously for distinct bands of color and texture, finishing with a visually appealing garnish of a whole strawberry and a mint sprig.