Strawberry Banana Yogurt Parfait

This layered strawberry banana yogurt parfait is a simple, refreshing breakfast or snack that looks pretty and tastes like dessert. Fresh strawberries and ripe bananas pair perfectly with creamy yogurt and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Quick to assemble with market fruits, it’s healthy, no-cook, and loved by kids and adults alike—ideal for busy mornings or light afternoon treats.

Strawberry Banana Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients

For 4 servings (individual glasses or bowls), use these fresh items:

  • 4 large ripe bananas, sliced
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (or halved)
  • 3 cups plain low-fat yogurt or thick fresh curd (dahi), chilled
  • 4 tablespoons honey (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup rolled oats or crushed digestive biscuits (for crunch)
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, a handful of chopped almonds or granola for topping

Direction

  • Assemble these parfaits in these easy steps:
  • Step 1: In a small bowl, mix the chilled yogurt with vanilla extract and 2 tablespoons honey until smooth and slightly sweetened. Taste and add more honey if needed.
  • Step 2: Prepare the fruits: slice the bananas into rounds and hull/slice the strawberries. Keep them separate for nice layers.
  • Step 3: In clear glasses or small bowls, start with a spoonful of yogurt mixture at the bottom as the base.
  • Step 4: Add a layer of sliced bananas, then sprinkle a thin layer of oats or crushed biscuits for texture.
  • Step 5: Spoon more yogurt over the oats, then add a generous layer of sliced strawberries. Repeat the layers once more (yogurt, banana/oats, strawberries).
  • Step 6: Finish with a final dollop of yogurt on top, a few strawberry slices or banana coins for decoration, and a light drizzle of remaining honey. Sprinkle cinnamon or chopped nuts if desired. Serve immediately for best freshness and crunch, or chill up to 1 hour.

Nutrients Information

Per serving (approximate values with low-fat yogurt and moderate honey):

  • Calories: 220 to 260
  • Total Fat: 2 to 4 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 1 gram
  • Cholesterol: 5 to 10 milligrams
  • Sodium: 60 to 90 milligrams
  • Total Carbohydrates: 42 to 48 grams
  • Dietary Fiber: 4 to 6 grams
  • Sugars: 28 to 32 grams (mostly natural from fruits)
  • Protein: 10 to 12 grams
  • High in vitamin C from strawberries for immunity, potassium from bananas for energy, probiotics from yogurt for gut health, and fiber from oats for fullness. A balanced, naturally sweet option.

Recipes Credit

Contributed by United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Extension Service