Strawberry Matcha Yogurt Parfait (Printable Version)

Layered parfait with matcha yogurt, strawberries, and granola for a fresh, energizing breakfast or snack.

# What You Need:

→ Yogurt Layer

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
02 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder

→ Fruit Layer

04 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

→ Granola Layer

05 - 1 cup granola

→ Toppings

06 - 2 tablespoons chopped pistachios or almonds
07 - 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
08 - Fresh mint leaves

# How To Make:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and matcha powder until smooth and evenly colored throughout.
02 - Rinse strawberries thoroughly, remove hulls, and slice into uniform pieces.
03 - In 4 clear glasses or jars, begin with 2 to 3 tablespoons matcha yogurt at the bottom. Add a layer of sliced strawberries, followed by 2 to 3 tablespoons granola. Repeat layering until glasses are nearly full, finishing with a yogurt layer topped with strawberry slices.
04 - Top each parfait with chopped nuts, shredded coconut, and fresh mint leaves if desired.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal texture and crunch, or refrigerate up to 2 hours before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes flat, perfect for mornings when you want something that feels impressive without the fuss.
  • The contrast of creamy, earthy matcha against sweet strawberries and crunchy granola keeps every spoonful interesting.
  • You can prep the components ahead and assemble right before eating, so it's great for feeding guests or staggered breakfasts.
02 -
  • Matcha powder needs to be whisked into the yogurt completely or you'll bite into chalky, bitter surprises—a tiny whisk or fork works better than you'd think.
  • If your granola is already sweet, ease up on the honey or you'll end up with something that tastes more like dessert than breakfast.
03 -
  • Sift your matcha powder before mixing into the yogurt to avoid any grainy texture that throws off the whole experience.
  • If you're making these for guests, prep everything ahead except assembly—let people build their own layers so they get the exact ratio they want.
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