You’ve probably heard since you were a child, breakfast is so important so I’ve also try to make an effort to eat the best breakfast I can. Lately I’ve been opting for the grab and go. This Vegan Berry Coconut Parfait recipe is just that. It literally only takes 5 minutes so you can definitely prepare it in a mason jar and jet to work. Check out my 6 Breakfast Tips & Mistakes To Avoid post for more breakfast recipes and tips.
Recently I tried SO Delicious coconut milk “yogurt”. For this recipe I used the unsweetened vanilla which I must admit only is truly unsweetened if eaten alone. The fresh berries added the perfect amount of sweetness and the granola add an unexpected crunch.
Here are my initial thoughts on the “yogurt”:
- If you opt to have the “yogurt” alone or with less sweet fruit I would definitely recommend putting a drizzle of 100% pure maple syrup or trying the blueberry, chocolate or passional mango flavors.
- There are 0 grams of protein in this “yogurt” so I would definitely recommend add a little Vegan vanilla protein powder throughout the layers.
Wondering why you should switch to a coconut based “yogurt”? Check out the awesome benefits below.
Here are just a few health benefits ascribed to coconut (Source: SO Delicious):
- Coconut consuming cultures around the world have lower incidence of heart disease than Americans.
- Lauric acid exists abundantly in coconut and plays a fundamental role in building your body’s immune system. Once in your system it transforms into an antibacterial and antiviral substance called “monolaurin” which destroys viruses and diseases.
- Lauric acid also occurs naturally in human breast milk and plays a vital role in nourishing and protecting babies from infections.
- MCFAs promote weight maintenance without raising cholesterol levels. They work best for preventing weight gain if you’re not overweight or maintaining your new weight after a successful diet.
Makes about 4 mason jar servings*
Ingredients:
- Non-dairy yogurt- 1 and 1/2 cups
- Granola – 1 and 1/2 cups (my favorite is Kind)
- Fresh berries – 1 and 1/2 cup
- Vanilla protein powder
Ingredients to top (optional):
- Shredded Cocount
- Sliced Almonds
- Drizzle of 100% maple syrup
Instructions:
- Slice fresh berries.
- Layer in the mason jars: 2 tablespoons of non-dairy “yogurt”, 2 tablespoons granola, and a palm full of fresh berries. Repeat layering to fill each jar.
- Get creative and design the toppings to your hearts content!
- Pour a bowl for a friend and enjoy!
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