Berry & Chia Yogurt Parfait

Ready in 5 minutes and packed with over 10 grams of protein, this Berry & Chia Yogurt Parfait is a great meal prep idea for a grab-and-go breakfast.

Yogurt parfaits are sold in just about every coffee shop and breakfast spot, but not all yogurt parfaits are created equal. Unfortunately, more often than not, pre-made versions are made with flavoured yogurts and some of the more popular options can come packed with up to 25 grams of sugar making them more of a dessert than an ideal breakfast. The good news is that it is really easy to make a healthy homemade yogurt parfait as long as you use the right ingredients. By opting for plain, full-fat yogurt instead of flavoured you can avoid unwanted ingredients and added sugars, and ensure that you are still getting the oh-so-important fat-soluble nutrients naturally found in yogurt.

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain full-fat yogurt
• 1 heaped tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup berries, fresh or frozen

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, combine yogurt, chia seeds, honey and vanilla extract and stir until well combined.
2. In a mason jar or container, add fresh or frozen berries to the bottom and break them up using a fork. If using frozen berries, you may need to let them thaw or zap them for 10 seconds in the microwave to soften them slightly.
3. Top crushed berries with yogurt mixture and transfer to the fridge overnight or for at least 10 minutes. This will allow the chia seeds to soften and expand and provide a better texture.
4. In the morning, remove from the fridge and top with extra toppings of your choice!