High Protein Greek Yogurt Parfait Jars - Easy, Make-Ahead Breakfast

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 servings

2 cups plain Greek yogurt (2% or 5% for creaminess; fat-free works too)
1 scoop vanilla or unflavored protein powder (about 25–30g protein; optional but boosts protein)
2–3 tablespoons liquid sweetener (honey, pure maple syrup, or agave) or to taste
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (omit if using vanilla yogurt)
2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries)
1 cup granola (choose low-sugar or high-protein if preferred)
2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional for extra fiber and omega-3s)
2 tablespoons nut or seed butter (peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter)
1–2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans) or cacao nibs for crunch
Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of salt (optional, to balance sweetness)
4 small jars (8–10 oz each) with tight lids

Mix the yogurt base: In a bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with protein powder, sweetener, vanilla, and a tiny pinch of salt. Adjust sweetness to taste. If it feels too thick, thin with a splash of milk or water.
Prep the fruit: Rinse and pat berries dry. Slice strawberries if using. Dry fruit helps keep layers tidy and the granola crunchy.
Layer the jars: Add 2–3 spoonfuls of the yogurt mixture to each jar. Sprinkle a few chia seeds if using. Add a layer of berries.
Add the crunch: Sprinkle a small handful of granola and a few chopped nuts or cacao nibs.
Repeat the layers: Add another layer of yogurt, more berries, then a final light sprinkle of granola. Drizzle a bit of nut butter on top and dust with cinnamon if you like.
Seal and chill: Screw on the lids and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors blend. They’re best within 3–4 days.
Serve: Enjoy cold straight from the jar. If the granola has softened, add a fresh pinch on top for crunch.