Here’s Chef Ed’s Granola Yogurt Cups — a fresh, fun, and customizable breakfast or snack that layers crunchy granola, creamy yogurt, juicy fruit, and playful toppings. Think parfait, but more exciting and totally flexible for all ages.

Crunchy granola layered with creamy yogurt, fresh fruit & fun toppings — breakfast meets dessert

🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes

🍽️ Serves: 4

✅ Ingredients

Base Ingredients:

  • 2 cups granola (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups Greek yogurt (vanilla, honey, or plain)
  • 1 cup mixed fresh fruit (berries, bananas, kiwi, mango, etc.)

Fun Toppings (Pick 2–4):

  • Honey or maple syrup drizzle
  • Mini chocolate chips
  • Chia seeds or flaxseed
  • Toasted coconut flakes
  • Crushed graham crackers or cookies
  • Nut butter drizzle (peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • Rainbow sprinkles (for kids — or fun adults)

  • Dried fruit bits (cranberries, raisins, chopped apricots)
  • Candied pecans or walnuts

🔥 Instructions

1. Choose Your Container

Use clear cups, jars, or bowls for easy layering and visual appeal.

2. Layer It Up

For each serving:

  • Spoon ¼ cup granola into the bottom.
  • Add ½ cup yogurt over it.
  • Layer in ¼ cup mixed fruit.
  • Add a few spoonfuls of your favorite toppings.

Repeat the layers if your container is tall or if you want more texture in each bite.

3. Top & Serve

Finish with a final sprinkle of toppings, a drizzle of honey or nut butter, and a sprig of mint (optional, for flair).

Serve immediately for crunch — or chill for 20–30 minutes for softer, soaked granola texture.

🧑‍🍳 Chef Ed’s Tips

  • Make it ahead: Prep layered parfaits in jars and keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.
  • Customize yogurt: Use flavored or swirl in jam, cinnamon, or vanilla extract to plain yogurt.
  • Crunch tip: Add toppings like granola and cookies just before serving if you want them crispy.
  • Kid-friendly idea: Let kids build their own with toppings buffet-style.

🥄 Flavor Combos to Try

Tropical Vibes:
– Coconut granola + vanilla yogurt + mango + banana + toasted coconut + chia

Chocolate Berry Bliss:
– Chocolate granola + plain yogurt + strawberries + mini chips + almond drizzle

PB&J Twist:
– Peanut butter granola + Greek yogurt + blueberries + crushed graham crackers + peanut butter swirl

Sunrise Citrus:
– Honey granola + citrus yogurt + orange slices + kiwi + hemp seeds + honey

 

 

 

🥣 Chef Ed’s Granola Yogurt Fruit Recipe

 

🥣 Chef Ed’s Granola Yogurt Fruit Recipe