Best 7 Cranberry Vanilla Yogurt Parfait Recipes

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For those who are seeking a delectable and visually appealing breakfast or snack, the cranberry vanilla yogurt parfait emerges as an ideal choice. This layered delight combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the creamy smoothness of vanilla yogurt, creating a symphony of flavors that awakens the palate. The vibrant red of the cranberries contrasts beautifully with the pristine white of the yogurt, making it a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. Additionally, this recipe offers a versatile base that can be customized with various toppings and mix-ins, allowing for endless variations to suit personal preferences and dietary needs. Whether you prefer a classic combination or a more adventurous blend of flavors, this cranberry vanilla yogurt parfait is sure to satisfy your cravings, leaving you feeling refreshed and energized.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY VANILLA YOGURT PARFAIT



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Cranberry sauce adds tang to this easy parfait. Try swapping out the cranberry sauce for your favorite flavor of jam, such as raspberry or strawberry.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 container (5.3 oz) Greek vanilla yogurt
2 tablespoons canned jellied cranberry sauce or cranberry jam
1/3 cup Nature Valley™ cranberry almond protein granola
1 tablespoon sweetened dried cranberries
1 tablespoon sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Spoon half of the yogurt into small parfait glass. Top with cranberry sauce and most of the granola. Top with remaining yogurt, followed by remaining grnola, dried cranberries and sliced almonds. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 34 g, TransFat 0 g

VANILLA BERRY YOGURT PARFAITS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 ounces blueberries
5 ounces blackberries
5 ounces strawberries, chopped
3 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
3 tablespoons honey
1 vanilla bean, split and "caviar" scraped out

Steps:

  • For the fruit: Combine the blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, honey and vanilla extract in a bowl and stir. Let sit for at least 10 minutes.
  • For the yogurt: Mix up the yogurt, honey and vanilla in a bowl.
  • Layer some of the syrupy fruit on the bottom of 4 small mason jars, then top with a layer of yogurt. Repeat the layers. Serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.

CRANBERRY PARFAITS



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Cranberry sauce and raspberry gelatin give this fluffy pink parfait a sweet-tart flavor. Pretty enough for holiday company, the dessert is light and refreshing. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup reduced-calorie reduced-sugar cranberry juice
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 package (.3 ounce) sugar-free raspberry gelatin
1 can (12 ounces) reduced-fat evaporated milk, chilled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whole cranberries for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the cranberry sauce, cranberry juice and orange zest to a boil; cook and stir until cranberry sauce is melted. Stir in gelatin until dissolved. Refrigerate until mixture is the consistency of egg whites, stirring occasionally., Place a bowl, with mixer beaters in freezer. Chill until very cold. Add milk and vanilla to bowl; beat until soft peaks form. Fold into gelatin mixture. Spoon into parfait glasses. Chill 1-2 hours or until set. Garnish if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

YOGURT BERRY PARFAITS



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Homemade granola layered with fresh fruit and yogurt makes a superb breakfast. Sometimes I skip the parfait step to enjoy it on a hikes or picnics.-Donna Speirs, Kennebunk, ME

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup sunflower kernels
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup dried blueberries
PARFAITS:
2 cups fresh blueberries
2 cups fresh raspberries
2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
4 cups honey Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. In a small saucepan, mix butter, honey and cinnamon. Cook over medium heat until blended, 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over oat mixture; stir to coat., Spread evenly into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until crisp and dark golden brown, 35-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Stir in dried fruit., In a small bowl, combine berries. Layer 1/4 cup of the berries, yogurt and granola into 8 parfait glasses. Repeat layers. Top with remaining berries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590 calories, Fat 27g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 81g carbohydrate (55g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

YOGURT PARFAIT



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This is delicious for breakfast, snack, even for a dessert! It looks great in a glass, but can also be made in a bowl. Use your favorite fruit, or whatever is in season.

Provided by Natalie

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups vanilla yogurt
1 cup granola
8 blackberries

Steps:

  • In a large glass, layer 1 cup yogurt, 1/2 cup granola and 4 blackberries. Repeat layers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.1 calories, Carbohydrate 68.2 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 177.1 mg, Sugar 46.9 g

CRANBERRY ORANGE PARFAIT



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Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups plain yogurt
3 tablespoons orange marmalade
3/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon sugar
1 (10-ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 teaspoons orange zest
2 tablespoons chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • Add the yogurt to a coffee filter or doubled paper towels lined in a fine sieve. Let drain over a bowl for at least 1 hour or up to overnight in the refrigerator. Discard the accumulated liquid on the bottom of the bowl. Add the drained yogurt to the bowl and stir in the marmalade. In a separate bowl, whip the cream with a beater until it begins to thicken. Add the vanilla and sugar and continue to whip until soft peaks just begin to form. Add the cranberry sauce to a medium bowl. Stir half of the cream into the cranberry sauce along with the orange juice and orange zest and mix gently. Add the other half of the cream to the bowl with the yogurt mixture. Layer the yogurt and the cranberry mixtures in 4 parfait glasses or wine glasses, and top with a sprinkle of chopped pecans. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calorie, Fat 21 grams, SaturatedFat 15 grams, Cholesterol 70 milligrams, Sodium 119 milligrams, Carbohydrate 49 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 36 grams

CRANBERRY PARFAIT



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My grandmother used to make this, but she used saltines and straight cranberry. I've adapted it to fit our family's taste.

Provided by Amy Lawler

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Trifle Recipes

Time 3h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14.5 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (14 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
½ (14.4 ounce) package graham crackers
8 ounces heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Chill a large metal bowl in the refrigerator or freezer, about 15 minutes.
  • Mix whole berry cranberry sauce and jellied cranberry sauce together in a bowl.
  • Place graham crackers in a large resealable plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin into crumbs.
  • Pour heavy cream into the chilled bowl and whip with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes. Add sugar and vanilla extract; whip until medium peaks form, about 2 minutes more.
  • Place half of the graham cracker crumbs in the bottom of a trifle bowl. Top with half of the cranberry mixture and whipped cream. Repeat layers, ending with whipped cream. Chill until set, at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Cholesterol 31.1 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 152.3 mg, Sugar 32.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Yogurt: Opt for thick and creamy yogurt, such as Greek yogurt or Icelandic yogurt, to ensure a rich and satisfying parfait.
  • Chill Yogurt and Glassware: Pre-chill the yogurt and the parfait glasses or jars to maintain the parfait's chilled layers and prevent the yogurt from becoming too soft.
  • Layer Wisely: Start with a layer of yogurt, followed by granola, fruit, and then repeat the layers. This layering technique creates a visually appealing and flavorful parfait.
  • Use Fresh and Seasonal Fruits: Incorporate fresh and seasonal fruits like berries, bananas, or peaches to add natural sweetness, vibrant colors, and a variety of flavors to your parfait.
  • Homemade Granola: Elevate your parfait by making your own granola. This allows you to customize the flavors and ensure the freshness and quality of the granola.
  • Healthy Swaps: For a healthier twist, use low-fat or non-fat yogurt, sugar-free granola, and naturally sweet fruits like berries or stevia.
  • Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to experiment with different flavor combinations. Try adding a drizzle of honey, maple syrup, or flavored yogurt to enhance the taste.

Conclusion:

Creating a delicious and visually stunning Cranberry Vanilla Yogurt Parfait is easy and enjoyable. With careful layering, fresh ingredients, and a touch of creativity, you can craft a parfait that satisfies your taste buds and brightens your day. Whether you prefer classic flavors or love exploring new flavor combinations, this recipe provides endless possibilities for customization. So, gather your ingredients, chill your yogurt and glassware, and indulge in the delightful experience of creating your own Cranberry Vanilla Yogurt Parfait. Happy parfait making!

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