Delicious Layered Chia Breakfast Parfait

Ingredients

- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1 cup milk (any type)
- 1/2 cup yogurt (plain or flavored)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup mixed fruit (e.g., berries, bananas, apples)
- 1/4 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup granola
- 2 tablespoons nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
- 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- 1 tablespoon caramel drizzle
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 2 tablespoons protein powder (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chia Pudding
In a medium-sized bowl, combine 1/4 cup of chia seeds, 1 cup of milk, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of protein powder (if using). Mix well to prevent clumping. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, until the seeds expand and you achieve a pudding-like consistency.
Estimated Time: PT2H (or overnight)

2. Flavor the Yogurt
In a separate bowl, mix 1/2 cup of yogurt with 1 tablespoon of honey, 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Stir until well combined. Adjust sweetness with more honey if desired.
Estimated Time: PT5M

3. Prepare the Fruit & Nuts
Chop 1 cup of mixed fruit into bite-sized pieces. Combine 1/4 cup of walnuts and 1/4 cup of pecans with 1/4 cup of shredded coconut and 1/2 teaspoon each of pumpkin pie spice and apple pie spice.
Estimated Time: PT10M

4. Assemble the Parfait
In serving glasses, layer the ingredients as follows:
- Start with a layer of chia pudding (about 1/4 cup).
- Add a layer of flavored yogurt (about 1/4 cup).
- Top with a generous spoonful of mixed fruit.
- Sprinkle a layer of the nut and coconut mixture.
- Add granola for a bit of crunch.
- Drizzle some nut butter, chocolate syrup, and a bit of caramel drizzle on top.
- Repeat the layers as necessary.

5. Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the assembled parfaits for an additional 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve immediately when ready.
Estimated Time: PT10M

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation: PT25M
25 minutes
- Refrigeration: PT2H10M
2 hours and 10 minutes

Total Time

- Total Time: PT2H35M
2 hours and 35 minutes

Type of Dish

- Breakfast

Keywords

- Chia Parfait
- Breakfast Recipe
- Layered Parfait
- Healthy Breakfast
- Yogurt Parfait
- Chia Seed Recipe
- Fruit and Nut Parfait
- Gluten-Free Breakfast
- Protein-Packed Parfait
- Easy Breakfast Idea

Recipe Yield

- Serves 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1,500 calories (approximately 375 calories per serving)

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