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Healthy Diabetic-Friendly Berry Parfait Recipe Easy 5-Minute Breakfast

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A quick, fresh, and satisfying berry parfait made with creamy Greek yogurt, perfect for a diabetic-friendly breakfast that keeps blood sugar steady without sacrificing flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240ml) plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%, preferably strained)
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup (150g) fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped raw almonds or walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey or pure maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (240ml) of plain Greek yogurt with ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract and ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon. Whisk gently until smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if a sweeter base is desired. Set aside.
  2. Wash 1 cup (150g) of mixed berries thoroughly. Hull and slice 3-4 medium strawberries into thin pieces. Toss all berries with a pinch of lemon zest.
  3. Roughly chop 2 tablespoons of raw almonds or walnuts. Measure 1 tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds if using.
  4. In a serving glass or jar, spoon about ¼ cup (60ml) of the yogurt mixture as the base layer. Add a layer of mixed berries (about ¼ cup or 40g). Sprinkle a teaspoon of chopped nuts and seeds over the berries. Repeat layering twice more, finishing with berries and nuts on top.
  5. Optionally drizzle a tiny bit more honey on top. Serve immediately or chill up to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Whisk Greek yogurt just before assembling for a silky texture. Drain excess liquid from berries if very juicy to avoid soggy parfait. Keep nuts and seeds fresh and chop just before use for maximum crunch. Use plain Greek yogurt to avoid added sugars. Optional sweetener should be used sparingly to maintain diabetic-friendly status. Can substitute dairy-free Greek-style yogurt for vegan or dairy-free needs.

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