This PB&J parfait transforms one of my favorites – a peanut butter & jam sandwich – into a parfait that triples as a hearty breakfast, healthy snack and wholesome dessert. The options for pb&j combos are endless with different fruit and granola toppings. Some of my favorites are: almond butter with raspberry jam, peanut butter with banana and honey, and peanut butter with raspberry jam. I like to use homemade freezer jam and then top the parfait with blueberries, sliced banana, granola and any other fruit or berries.
These homemade parfaits are a great way to doctor your Greek yogurt yourself, controlling the amount of sugar and additives and getting creative with the fruit combos. And a bonus is that it’s cheaper to buy a tub of plain non-fat or low-fat Greek yogurt and make many parfaits out of it than to buy individual flavored Greek yogurts. If you don’t have freezer jam on hand, any berry puree will do. 
PB&J Greek Yogurt Parfait
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Description
Transform a classic peanut butter and jam sandwich into a delicious PB&J Greek Yogurt Parfait, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) non-fat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) almond or peanut butter
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) homemade freezer jam or berry puree
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) blueberries
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) granola (optional)
Instructions
- Scoop 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt into a serving bowl.
- Add 1/2 tbsp of almond or peanut butter on top of the yogurt.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp of homemade freezer jam or berry puree over the peanut butter.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt, almond or peanut butter, and jam.
- Top the parfait with sliced bananas, blueberries, and granola if using.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Feel free to experiment with different nut butters and jams for varied flavors.
- Homemade freezer jam adds a fresh touch, but any berry puree works well.
- This parfait is a cost-effective alternative to store-bought flavored yogurts.
- Store any leftover ingredients separately and assemble just before serving to keep the parfait fresh.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 20 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
Find it online: https://honestcooking.com/pbj-greek-yogurt-parfait/
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Frequently Asked Questions
What nut butter and jam combinations work best in this parfait?
The article lists several favorites: almond butter with raspberry jam, peanut butter with banana and honey, and peanut butter with raspberry jam. The recipe itself calls for 1 tbsp almond or peanut butter and 2 tbsp homemade freezer jam or berry purée, so any of those combos drops right in.
Why is making your own parfait cheaper than buying flavored Greek yogurt?
As the article explains, buying a tub of plain non-fat or low-fat Greek yogurt and assembling multiple parfaits yourself costs less per serving than purchasing individual pre-flavored Greek yogurts — and you control the sugar and additives.
Should I assemble the parfait ahead of time or right before eating?
Assemble just before serving. The notes say to store any leftover ingredients separately so the layers stay fresh — granola turns soggy and fruit releases juice if the parfait sits assembled for long.
