McDonald's Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait

McDonald's Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait recipe videos

The McDonald's Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait is a layered dessert or snack consisting of vanilla-flavored yogurt, mixed fruit, and crunchy granola. It typically features strawberries, blueberries, and sometimes other fruits, served in a clear cup to showcase the colorful layers. This menu item originated in the United States as a lighter, fresher option within the fast-food chain's offerings.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is moderately high in carbohydrates from the fruit, yogurt, and granola, with a small amount of protein from the dairy and granola. A standard serving provides key nutrients like calcium, vitamin C, and some fiber, with a rough calorie count around 150-200 calories per parfait.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	150 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	27 g
Fat	2.5 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	19 g
Sodium	60 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	100 mcg
Phosphorus	100 mg
Vitamin D	1 mcg
Iron	0.5 mg
Magnesium	20 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a shift in fast-food menus toward incorporating perceived 'healthier' or fresher options to appeal to a broader range of dietary preferences. Nutritionally, it's interesting as a relatively balanced fast-food item that combines dairy, fruit, and whole grains, though it can also be high in added sugars depending on the yogurt and granola used.