Cottage Cheese Berry Parfait (Printable Copy)

A light layered dish with creamy cheese, fresh berries, and granola for a nutritious start.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese

→ Fruits

02 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
04 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries

→ Grains

05 - 1/2 cup low-sugar granola

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh mint leaves, optional

# How to Make:

01 - Rinse berries thoroughly under cold water. Slice strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
02 - Divide cottage cheese equally between two parfait glasses or bowls, using 1/4 cup per serving as the foundation layer.
03 - Distribute approximately 1/4 cup mixed berries over the cottage cheese layer in each glass.
04 - Sprinkle 2 tablespoons granola over the berries in each glass.
05 - Create a second layer using remaining cottage cheese, berries, and granola in the same proportions.
06 - Drizzle 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup over each parfait if desired.
07 - Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately to maintain optimal granola texture and crispness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 10 minutes with zero cooking, making it perfect for mornings when you're running behind.
  • The protein keeps you full through mid-morning meetings without that heavy feeling some breakfasts leave.
  • Each spoonful delivers different textures—creamy, juicy, crunchy—so you never get bored of the same bite.
02 -
  • Granola absorbs moisture fast—if you prep this ahead, keep granola separate and stir it in just before eating, or you'll end up with mushy disappointment.
  • Cold cottage cheese straight from the fridge matters more than you'd think; letting it sit at room temperature makes the whole thing taste less refreshing somehow.
03 -
  • Buy berries from the bulk section if your store has one so you can pick through and choose the firmest ones, then use them within two days for peak flavor and texture.
  • If granola isn't crunchy enough for your taste, buy a higher-quality brand or make your own—the difference between mediocre and genuinely good granola is noticeable in every bite.
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