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Bring your favorite PB&J combo to breakfast with Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Parfaits. It’s so fun and yummy, with layers of Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, and of course, a few spoonfuls of peanut butter and jelly, all finished off with crunchy peanut butter granola studded with bits of dried strawberries. Kids will love it as an after-school snack too!
Why You’ll Love These Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfaits
Delicious Details
- Cuisine Inspiration: American
- Primary Cooking Method: No-cook (Oven for granola)
- Dietary Info: Gluten-free option, Dairy-free option
- Skill Level: Easy
When a new school year comes around, it’s time to break out the PB&J. OK, let’s be real, this classic combo is timeless, but we all know that fresh jars of peanut butter and jelly usually get cracked open at back-to-school time. So while you are smearing it on slices of bread for lunch,you might as well use it to make breakfast too!
These peanut butter and jelly parfaits have layers of vanilla Greek yogurt, fresh strawberries, plus spoonfuls of gooey peanut butter and sweet strawberry jam. And since a yogurt parfait needs a little something crunchy, why not add more PB&J goodness infused right into the granola?! You are going to love them and here’s why…
- For serious PB&J lovers. Besides the layers of peanut butter and jam plus fresh berries, the granola has peanut buttery oat clusters that almost taste like peanut butter cookies, chopped peanuts for more peanutty goodness, and freeze-dried strawberries for that sweet, fruity flavor that perfectly balances the salty, roasted peanut flavor.
- Great to make ahead. The granola makes a big batch, so you can make several parfaits at once and keep them on hand to grab quickly in the morning or for an after-school snack to stay satisfied through sports practice or music lessons or other activites.
- Portable too. If you layer them in jars or containers that can be sealed with a lid, then that makes these peanut butter and jelly yogurt parfaits portable so you can pack them for lunch.
What You’ll Need
Here’s a rundown of all the ingredients to make both the granola and the yogurt parfaits, as well as some tips and notes. You can find the full amounts and detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
For the parfaits
- Vanilla Greek yogurt. Another flavor, like Honey or Strawberry, can also be used. You are also welcome to use plain yogurt, but depending on your tastes, you may need to sweeten it a little more. You can also use a plant-based yogurt if you need to make it dairy-free.
- Strawberries. Washed, dried, and sliced, or even chopped if you prefer.
- Creamy peanut butter. Use your favorite, or even try homemade peanut butter.
- Strawberry jam or preserves. Again, your favorite brand is perfect.
- Peanut Butter and Jelly Granola. The full recipe is included in the recipe card below, but you can click on that link for the full post with more details about the recipe. You can also use your favorite homemade or storebought granola, but I recommend a peanut butter flavor for the a true PB&J parfait.
For the granola
- Old-fashioned oats. Not quick or instant oats. Use certified gluten free, if necessary.
- Creamy peanut butter. You can use a natural peanut butter, if that’s your preference.
- Honey. Maple syrup can be substituted.
- Salt.
- Peanuts. Because these are mixed in after baking, for the most flavor, I prefer to use roasted and salted peanuts that are slightly chopped.
- Freeze-dried strawberries. You can also make your own dried strawberries.
Recipe Tips and Notes
A few things to remember when you make these PB&J parfaits:
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- Choose your container. If you are going to enjoy your parfaits right away, you can use a glass or a bowl. But if you plan to save or pack them, a glass or plastic jar or another container with a lid would be a great option.
- Big batch granola. This granola recipe obviously makes way more than you’ll need for a parfait or two. In fact, it makes enough for probably about two dozen parfaits. No worries, though, because it’ll keep for a few weeks in an airtight container, and you can use it for topping smoothie bowls, making banana snacks, sprinkling on oatmeal, and more.
- Simplify if needed. If you don’t want to fuss with layering, just put everything in a bowl starting with a base of yogurt topped with the berries, a drizzle of peanut butter, a dollop of jelly, and a scoop of granola.
- Prep ahead. If you are going to keep the parfaits in the fridge for several days, you may want to wait to add the granola, or hold back some, since it could get soft from absorbing moisture as it sits in the fridge.
- Storage. That being said, the parfaits will keep refrigerated for up to 3 or 4 days, depending on how fresh your yogurt is. Just be sure to keep them tightly sealed. I like to use some sort of jar with a lid, but a tight covering of plastic wrap is fine too.
Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Parfaits
A fun way to enjoy peanut butter and jelly for breakfast or a snack, with layers of yogurt, strawberries, peanut butter, jelly, and PB&J granola.
Servings: 1 parfait (also makes about 6 cups granola)
Ingredients
For the Peanut Butter and Jelly Granola
- 3 cups old fashioned oats gluten free, if necessary
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped roasted and salted peanuts
- 1 cup freeze dried strawberries
For each Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Parfait
- 1/2 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 Tablespoon creamy peanut butter
- 1 Tablespoon strawberry jam or preserves
- 1/4 cup Peanut Butter and Jelly Granola
Instructions
For the Peanut Butter and Jelly Granola:
- Preheat oven to 275°F and line a sheet pan with parchment or a silicone baking sheet.
- Place the oats in a large mixing bowl.
- Stir together the peanut butter, honey, and salt in a small, microwave safe bowl. Microwave for about 30 seconds or until you can stir it into a smooth mixture.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until completely coated.
- Spread in a single layer on the sheet pan, and press down.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then stir gently without breaking up all of the large pieces. Spread into a single layer.
- Bake for another 20-30 minutes, gently stirring and checking every 10 minutes until dried out and slightly crisp. It will become more crisp as it cools.
- Cool on the pan until it reaches room temperature, then mix in the peanuts and freeze dried strawberries.
- Store the granola in an airtight container.
For each Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Parfait:
- Place about half of the yogurt in the bottom of a jar or bowl. Top with half the strawberries, half a Tablespoon of peanut butter, half a Tablespoon of strawberry jam or preserves, and about two Tablespoons granola.
- Repeat the layers and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Peanut Butter and Jelly Yogurt Parfaits
Amount Per Serving (1 parfait)
Calories 450
Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Cholesterol 8mg3%
Sodium 194mg8%
Potassium 419mg12%
Carbohydrates 57g19%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 36g40%
Protein 19g38%
Vitamin A 80IU2%
Vitamin C 143mg173%
Calcium 148mg15%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimers: Please discuss your individual dietary needs (i.e. gluten free) with a physician. Even when not specified, be sure to verify all ingredients are gluten free, if needed, by reading labels on all packaging and/or confirming with the manufacturer this varies by brand and can change at any time. Nutrition information shown is an estimate and not guaranteed to be accurate.
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This parfait sounds amazing! I bet GG would love it bc pb&j is her favorite sandwich.
My boys for crazy for these parfaits, Terri. I bet your cutie will, too1
I love PB & J parfaits. These are SO cute. Your kids are so lucky, Brianne. You always make the coolest snacks.
Thank you, Kim! I try to be the “cool mom”. 😉
I think my daughter would love these – I am totally making it for her!
I hope she loves them, Dorothy!
Literally obsessed with ALL things PB and J AND JIF natural and Smuckers jam (eat them both daily!) Can’t wait to try this!
I’m excited to hear what you think of them, Taylor!