I’m loving this “in a jar” trend. I’m totally on board.
These salads in a jar have been one of my most popular posts.
I store everything in them now, from leftovers to spices.
L to R: mustard powder, coffee, oregano, cumin (I won’t show you my leftovers)
Inspired by the Fruit Brochettes and Strawberry cream cheese dip over at Heavenly Treats and Treasures (my assigned Secret Recipe Club blog for the month), I did a giant strawberry yogurt parfait in a jar.
It made a perfect light dinner (after the glut of Easter candy I *borrowed* from what E. Bunny had left), and I made another one for breakfast.
Strawberry Yogurt Parfait
- 16 oz strawberries, sliced or crushed (I did one layer of each)
- Single serving container plain Greek yogurt (I like Fage)
- 1 t vanilla
- 2 T honey
Mix yogurt with vanilla and honey. Layer in jar with strawberries. Easy peasy!
Of course you could use any combo of fruit you wanted. Mango would be divine. Kiwi would be nice, too. And, you could flavor the yogurt with some lime or lemon zest, or maple syrup instead of the honey. Or, you could add some granola to the mix (though it may get a little soggy if you leave it overnight).
Check out what everyone else did with their secret recipe assignments below:
This is perfect with strawberry season coming. I’m loving the jar trend too. I ought to keep my leftovers in jars. They hang out in leftover yogurt containers, which you may note are not see through.
Yes – that is exactly what I love about jars!
Oh my goodness. That looks so easy and delicious. I’ll definitely give it a try with our homemade yogurt (which is so easy I’ve become completely addicting to making). Thanks so much for sharing!
Kristi @ Veggie Converter
Oh no – I’m going to have to try homemade yogurt now…
visiting from SRC. I’ve been seeing the jars too , but haven’t tried it yet. You have convinced me and I’ll be trying this recipe
Excellent! Let me know if they turn out and if you try anything else in a jar!!
I love this idea! I am going to share this on my facebook fan page
<3 Thank you!
Hi Laurarees,
What a lovely presentation for your awesome Strawberry Yogurt Parfait, it looks delicious! It is fun cooking with you in the SRC!
Miz Helen
Thanks Miz Helen – it’s definitely the best photo I’ve ever gotten of food!
I could use a light dinner right about now after my vacation eating binge. Thanks for the great idea! I’m stopping by from SRC but be sure to stop by Seasonal Potluck this month. We have peas AND rhubarb link parties open! We’d love if you’d share any recipes you may have http://bit.ly/H9XJGB
Oh rhubarb sounds very tempting – I’ve been wanting to try cooking with it. I LOVE rhubarb pie.
I love yogurt parfaits, so yummy and delicious, not to mention good for you! Nice SRC post.
Thanks Heather!
I never really liked yougurt until I moved to Greece with my Greek-American husband. Once I found Fage yougurt I fell in love with it. It is fantastic that you get to enjoy it. Strawberries are in season here now. Your way of serving them is excellent. have a great day
Me too, Debra. Fage is totally the only way to go.
I love parfaits like this! They seem more nummy than healthy so I FEEL like I am cheating but I’m not.
Agreed – I definitely feel like that about Greek yogurt. It tastes so creamy and rich!
Oh wow. What a great breakfast.
The one thing about the “in a jar” trend that doesn’t get promoted is how easy it is to transport (for parties) and store (if what you make can stick around for a short while). We never through out the boxes when we buy mason jars.
Too true – I find it is awesome for toting to work. I always know which thing in the office fridge is mine!
I loved the entire Salads in a jar concept, this is an even sweeter option “in a jar”!
I’m thinking of branching out to the cupcakes in a jar…
this is exactly what i had for breakfast. plus granola. i thought about putting it in a jar but couldn’t be bothered. i wish i had, now. haha… i love jars too!
Happy SRC reveal from a group D Member!
Yum, sounds good!
I love parfaits, they are delicious and making them in a jar seems like a great idea because I can take them anywhere
They’re definitely grab and go!
That looks divine!
Thanks (it may be my best food photo yet…)