Greek Yogurt Parfait Jars

Yogurt parfait jars are layers of honey-sweetened Greek yogurt, berries and granola, made ahead in jars so breakfast is ready to grab.

Making them yourself costs less than single-serve yogurt cups or coffee shop parfaits. A large tub of plain yogurt and a bag of frozen berries make four jars with yogurt to spare.

They take 10 minutes to put together and keep for days.

Ingredients and Swaps

• Greek yogurt: Plain, sweetened with honey and vanilla. Vanilla yogurt works. Skip the honey and vanilla.
• Berries: Fresh or frozen. Frozen berries thaw overnight and release a little juice, which flavors the yogurt.
• Granola: Any kind. Toasted oats or chopped nuts are cheaper stand-ins.
• Chia seeds: Optional, for fiber.

Tips for Parfaits That Stay Fresh

• Keep the granola separate. Granola goes soggy within hours. Add it just before eating, or pack it in a small bag.
• Dry the berries. Pat washed berries dry so they don’t water down the yogurt.
• Use jars with lids. Half-pint jars are the right size and travel well.
• Layer yogurt first. A yogurt base keeps the fruit from sinking and sticking.

Prices are from Walmart’s and ALDI’s websites for stores in Columbus, Ohio, checked in October 2026. Ohio’s grocery prices are within about 1% of the national average, so you may pay more or less depending on where you live, and prices change often. Here’s how we price our recipes.

Cost: Ingredients – $5.35 from Walmart, $5.24 from ALDI · Per Serving – $1.31 to $1.34

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Greek Yogurt Parfait Jars

Creamy vanilla Greek yogurt layered with fresh berries and crunchy granola in jars. A protein-packed breakfast that’s ready when you are.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey plus more for drizzling
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups mixed berries strawberries, blueberries, raspberries
• 1 cup granola
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds optional

Method

 

1. In a bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla.
2. Wash and slice the berries as needed.
3. Layer each of 4 jars with ¼ cup yogurt, a spoonful of berries, and a sprinkle of chia seeds. Repeat the layers.
4. Top with a few extra berries and seal the jars.
5. Pack the granola separately in small containers or bags.
6. Just before eating, add the granola and a drizzle of honey.

Notes

• Frozen berries work; they’ll thaw overnight in the fridge and release a little juice.
• Use vanilla Greek yogurt and skip the honey and vanilla.
• Swap granola for chopped nuts or toasted oats.
• Add a layer of peanut butter or jam for a twist.

Variations

• Peanut butter banana: Sliced banana and a spoonful of peanut butter.
• Apple cinnamon: Diced apple, cinnamon and chopped walnuts.
• Tropical: Pineapple or mango with toasted coconut.

More grab-and-go breakfasts: Vanilla Chia Pudding and Peanut Butter and Banana Overnight Oats.

Storage

• Refrigerate assembled jars, without granola, for up to 4 days.
• Add the granola just before serving.
• Freezing isn’t recommended.

Greek Yogurt Parfait: Your Questions

Can I use regular yogurt?

Yes. It’s thinner, so the layers will be softer. Greek yogurt has about twice the protein.

How do I make it dairy-free?

Use a thick, unsweetened plant-based yogurt.