These vegan yogurt parfaits are easy protein-packed breakfast or snack options that are loaded with flavor and are easily customizable. They’re deliciously filling, kid friendly and perfect for at home or on-the-go.
Quick and easy breakfast options are always, always necessary. Whether you’re a mom on the go, a student running to classes or a career-chasing entrepreneur, everyone needs a breakfast option. These vegan yogurt parfaits are packed with protein and be easily customized so that they stay fresh and fun.
They are also super kid-friendly – just ask my husband! We never get to finish ours since little fingers are constantly snaking around our jars and stealing the last bites. If you’re currently in the midst of transitioning your picky toddler to a plant-based yogurt and off dairy yogurt, this fun method may help.
We enjoy these yogurt parfaits as breakfast, as afternoon snacks or as an after-dinner snack. I can’t tell you how many times I have reached for the ice cream bars, detoured towards the yogurt and instead, went to sleep happy with my discipline! This beach body ain’t makin’ itself, ya’all!
Plant-based Yogurt Options
You can use any type of vegan plant-based yogurt option. Plant-based yogurts nowadays are made from soy, cashew, coconut, almond, oat — it’s truly remarkable.
I happen to be extremely picky about my yogurts and so my go-to brand is the Kite Hill Greek style yogurts, usually vanilla. It’s a much thicker plant-based yogurt with minimal additives, sugars, and flavor and it’s not runny. Interestingly, I normally don’t have texture aversions but there’s an exception for runny yogurt; I’m not a fan. Which is why I love the Kite Hill Greek-style yogurt. It’s thick and creamy rather than watery.
These parfaits are easily customizable. Choose any type of fruit you like! Strawberries, peaches, blueberries, banana, apple – whatever suits your fancy. In the pictures included in this blog post, I have done two variations: a peaches and cream and a berry chia jam. You can check out my berry chia jam recipe here!
Protein. To really amp up the protein in this snack, choose a yogurt that is high in protein, specifically pea or soy based yogurts. You can also add hemp seeds.
To assemble:
First, you’ll need some mason or glass jars. You can find my Weck jars (pictured) here.
Second, you’ll want to begin with your jam or fruit mixture. A couple of ounces should do the trick.
Third, you’ll want to fill up your jar 2/3 of the way with your plant-based yogurt.
Fourth, you can add your toppings now or later when you choose to actually eat your parfait! Adding ahead of time makes this easier for a grab-and-go option.
Some toppings you can add:
- granola
- seeds (hemp, pumpkin, sunflower, chia, flax)
- nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts)
- fresh fruit
- dried fruit (shredded coconut, raisins, dates, figs)
- cereal
Peaches + Cream Jam
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced peaches
- 5 tbsp plant milk
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
- Dice the peaches into cubes.
- Simmer over low heat.
- Once softened, about 3-5 minutes, add the milk, cinnamon, and maple syrup. Stir well and transfer to a bowl.
- Add in the chia seeds and mix until incorporated. Set aside or set in fridge to thicken and cool, about 15 minutes.
Notes
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