This yogurt parfait dessert is the dessert recipe youve been looking for this summer! It takes only 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of work, is on healthy side, and is way more delicious than it sounds – I promise. If you like granola parfaits, you will love this!
If youve ever been to Seattle and tried Ellenos Yogurt (which, by the way, is also available at Whole Foods) – this recipe tastes a lot like Ellenos Yogurt!
In France, parfait refers to a frozen dessert made from a base of sugar syrup, egg, and cream. A parfait contains enough fat, sugar, alcohol, and to a lesser extent, air, to allow it to be made by stirring infrequently while freezing, making it possible to create in a home kitchen without specialist equipment.
WHY YOU SHOULD TRY THIS RECIPE
I was first introduced to this recipe when I was in my early teens. My cousin prepared a dessert called “yogurt delight” for a dinner, and I just wasnt excited about it. A dessert with yogurt didnt sound too delightful to me. I was coerced to try it anyway, and… I was pleasantly surprised. So much so that I immediately got the recipe and my friends had “yogurt delight” for dessert for several weeks in our Sunday meet-ups.
So, if you are skeptical like I was, heres what I will tell you to convince you to try this recipe:
- It is extremely low effort – just 4 ingredients and hardly any work. If it takes you more than 15 minutes to make this, something is certainly wrong
- It tastes like cheesecake – okay, maybe thats a bit of stretch, but this DOES hit the same spot as cheesecake. Think about it: a cold, creamy, slightly tangy and slightly sweet filling layered with crushed vanilla biscuits. There are an awful lots of similarities between this and cheesecake!
- Its on the healthier side – as far as desserts are concerned, this is certainly not as indulgent as others. It has a low amount of sugar and yogurt is one of the main ingredients, in all its protein and probiotic glory
- It is perfect for hosting – this is a no-fuss recipe that doesnt even require precision. Adjust the flavor to your liking, scale up or down easily, and then serve however you want. It can be layered in one larger serving dish, or individual dessert cups; whatever suits you
- It is extremely versatile – you can use this recipe as the base and jazz it up in so many ways! You can use flavored yogurt, add any fresh chopped fruit you like, or add some jelly, or add nuts for some added texture
Heres what you need for this recipe (quantities are in the recipe card below):
- Yogurt: Use any full fat yogurt of your liking. I use plain yogurt, but greek yogurt will be great, too. And, if you must, you can also use low fat yogurt
- Heavy cream: The cream balances the yogurt and adds to the texture of this parfait
- Sugar: A small amount balances the tanginess of the yogurt
- Vanilla biscuits: Growing up in Pakistan, I always used Sooper Biscuits! But you can use any kind of vanilla biscuits that you like. Nilla wafers are amazing in this.
Optionally, you can add a dash of vanilla to make this vanilla favored.
This is truly the simplest recipe ever. Heres a quick video tutorial:
- Mix the yogurt, cream and sugar, and whisk for 2-3 minutes until it looks fluffy and thick.
- Crush the biscuits
- Layer the 2 together in the serving dish / cups of your choice
There are many ways you can spruce up this recipe! Here are some ideas:
- Use flavored yogurt! Strawberry, Blueberry, Lemon – you name it
- Add chopped fruit like mango or berries
- Replace the crushed biscuits with cake to turn this into more of a trifle
- Add jelly!
- Add nuts to give more texture
- Replace the biscuits with granola for an actual parfait
Of course, it tastes like yogurt. So if you hate yogurt, this might not be your cup of tea. BUT, I will tell you yogurt is NOT the primary flavor. To me, this tastes a bit like cheesecake. Slightly sweet, slightly tangy, very creamy, and with amazing texture and flavor from the crushed biscuits.
This depends on your yogurt. Ive made it with yogurt which stayed great for 3-4 days in the fridge, but also with yogurt that started releasing water on day 2. Ideally, I recommend consuming this within 1-2 days because ultimately yogurt does separate and release water.
Keep it covered in the fridge.
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FAQ
What’s the difference between yogurt and parfait?
Are parfaits yogurt or ice cream?
Are parfaits healthy?
Why do they call it a parfait?
How is a parfait made?
In France, where the dish originated, parfait is made by boiling cream, egg, sugar and syrup to create a custard -like or meringue -like puree which is then frozen. The American version consists of layers differentiated by the inclusion of such ingredients as granola, nuts, yogurt and liqueurs, topped off with fruits or whipped cream.
What ingredients are in a parfait?
Parfait is a frozen dessert made from a base of egg yolks, sugar, and whipped cream, and it can be flavored with any number of additional ingredients such as fruit, nuts, or coffee. Today, however, parfaits can be made with savory ingredients as well, and there are versions made with seafood, vegetables, and even foie gras.
What are the different types of parfaits?
There are various types of parfaits, including fruit parfaits made with layers of fresh or canned fruit, yogurt parfaits made with layers of yogurt and granola, and ice cream parfaits made with layers of ice cream and toppings. Additionally, there are savory parfaits that incorporate ingredients like vegetables, cheese, and grains.
What is a French Parfait?
It is a popular dessert in fairly upscale restaurants that want to offer something a bit more casual than heavier traditional French desserts. French parfait itself is traditionally made with eggs and cream whipped with a layer of fruit. Parfaits are usually topped off with whipped cream.