Cinnamon Protein Yogurt Parfaits: Do you often find yourself rushing in the morning with little to no time to eat a balanced breakfast and end up indulging in unhealthy fast food? Meal prepping is a quick and easy way to keep your food on track so that you can lead a healthier lifestyle. We like to eat these yummy parfait’s as a quick breakfast, or a high protein afternoon snack!
To make these tasty protein yogurt parfaits, start by mixing your yogurt of choice and protein powder until it is well combined. Then, you will bake the delicious Vanilla Gluten & Dairy Free Granola . Sprinkle an extra dash of cinnamon on top of the yogurt and drizzle honey for added sweetness. You get to add the yogurt mixture and granola (in the insert) into each meal prep parfait container, and store in the fridge for up to 7 days!
Homemade granola has several benefits over store-bought granola. First off, you have complete control over the ingredients, allowing you to create your recipe to your specific dietary needs. This includes avoiding additives, artificial sweeteners, and preservatives, and incorporating more whole grains, nuts, and natural sweeteners. Secondly, homemade granola is typically less expensive than store-bought options, saving you money in the long run. Thirdly, you can customize the flavor and texture to your liking, experimenting with different spices, extracts, and mix-ins. And lastly, making your own granola can be a fun and rewarding experience, providing a sense of accomplishment and a delicious homemade treat. Overall, homemade granola is a healthier, more cost-effective, and customizable alternative to store-bought options.
These are fully loaded with high protein, fiber, and nutrients that will provide you with the energy and focus you need to kick-start your day. So go ahead and make this Cinnamon Granola Protein Yogurt Parfait your go-to breakfast meal prep option for a healthy start to your day!
Here are the containers I use from Amazon:
9oz Clear Plastic Yogurt Parfait Cups with Insert
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Cinnamon Granola Protein Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients
Cinnamon Yogurt
- 24 oz Greek Yogurt or Dairy Free Yogurt
- 4 Scoops MyProtein Cinnamon Cereal Protein Powder
- 1/2 Package Jell-o Vanilla Sugar Free & Fat Free Pudding Mix *Optional
Vanilla Gluten and Dairy Free Granola
- 2 cups Gluten Free Oats
- 1 cup Chopped Walnuts or Almonds
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 Tbs Vanilla Extract
Instructions
Yogurt Mixture
- In a medium sized mixing bowl, add yogurt, protein powder, and pudding powder. Stir for several minutes till it is combined and has a smooth texture.
Vanilla Gluten and Dairy Free Granola
- Preheat oven to 300°
- While oven is preheating add all granola ingredients to a mixing bowl.
- Stir to combine all ingredients.
- Lay a piece of parchment paper over a baking sheet. Scoop the granola mixture onto the parchment paper and spread out into a thin layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges start to turn slightly brown.
- Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before breaking it up into small, bite sized pieces.
- Place 7 parfait cups onto the counter. Using a 1/4-1/2 measuring cup, scoop equal amounts of the yogurt mixture into each parfait cup. Place the insert over the yogurt and add a handful of Granola into each insert.
- Place the lid on top of each parfait. Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Enjoy!
Notes
For Dairy Free Yogurt I like to use Silk Almond Milk Yogurt or So Delicious Coconut Milk Yogurt. If Greek Yogurt is too thick, add a splash of milk when mixing!