Parfait with fruit and granola

Parfait with fruit and granola recipe videos

A parfait with fruit and granola is a layered dessert or breakfast dish typically made with alternating layers of yogurt, fresh fruit, and crunchy granola. It often features berries, bananas, or stone fruits, and the granola may include nuts, seeds, or honey. Originating in France, the term 'parfait' means 'perfect,' and the dish has become a popular, customizable option in cafes and home kitchens worldwide.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally balanced, providing a mix of carbohydrates from fruit and granola, protein from yogurt, and healthy fats from nuts or seeds in the granola. A typical serving offers key nutrients like calcium, vitamin C, and fiber, with a calorie range of approximately 250-400 kcal, depending on ingredients and portion size.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	320 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	48 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	28 g
Sodium	80 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Vitamin C	30 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Magnesium	40 mg
Iron	2 mg
Vitamin A	100 IU
Phosphorus	180 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, parfaits have evolved from a simple French frozen dessert to a versatile, health-conscious meal or treat embraced globally, often associated with breakfast or light snacks. Nutritionally, the combination of probiotics from yogurt, antioxidants from fruit, and sustained energy from granola makes it a uniquely functional food for gut health and energy balance.