Layered in a dessert parfait
A dessert parfait is a layered sweet treat, typically served in a tall glass to showcase its distinct strata. Common ingredients include yogurt, whipped cream, or pudding, alternating with layers of fresh fruit, granola, nuts, and sometimes cake or cookie crumbles. While its origins are French, the modern, fruit-and-yogurt style is widely popular in North America and beyond.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally high in carbohydrates, primarily from sugars in the fruit and any added sweeteners or granola. It provides key nutrients like calcium from dairy, dietary fiber from fruit and oats, and various vitamins, with a rough calorie range of 250-450 kcal per serving depending on ingredients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 10 g |
| Carbs | 52 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 30 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2 mcg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Vitamin A | 70 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The parfait's appeal lies in its textural contrast—the creamy, soft layers against crunchy granola or nuts. Nutritionally, it can be a balanced snack if made with yogurt and fruit, offering a good mix of protein, carbs, and fiber, but can become a high-calorie dessert with richer ingredients.
