Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola is a fresh, creamy, and crunchy breakfast or snack made with yogurt, juicy kiwi, and homemade granola. This easy, nourishing parfait is perfect for busy mornings and anytime you need quick and healthy options for breakfast or snacks.

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Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola

As a nutrition consultant and chef, I love helping you make satisfying, delicious meals that actually fit into real life. And let’s be honest, finding quick and healthy options for breakfast, high-protein breakfast, or snacks can feel weirdly hard, especially when you’re busy, working from home, or running out the door with one shoe on. Sometimes it’s even hard to remember to eat breakfast. Raise your hand if this has ever been you 🙋‍♀️

As someone who works from home, I can confirm that it’s very easy to get lost in emails, recipe testing, photo editing, and suddenly realize it’s noon and you’ve had… coffee. That’s it. Thankfully, my husband has taken it upon himself to remind me to eat, hydrate, and occasionally step outside like a normal human. One of the habits we built together is taking walks with the dogs in the morning before we start working and making sure there’s always something nourishing ready to grab.

That’s where this Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola comes in. One of my favorite snacks is yogurt, and this tropical fruit yogurt parfait is delicious and the perfect on-the-go easy breakfast or snack. It’s layered with creamy yogurt, sweet-tart kiwi (yes, the fuzzy brown fruit), crunchy vanilla granola, and just enough natural sweetness to feel like a treat while still being grounding and balanced.

This parfait fits beautifully into fresh fruit season, works for busy mornings, and feels like something you’d order at a cute café… except you made it at home in five minutes. This one deserves a spot in your rotation right next to your favorite chia pudding recipes. If you want to try other parfaits, check the vegan pumpkin apple parfait, the raspberry parfait, and the peach parfait.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• It’s quick to assemble and perfect for busy mornings
• Works as breakfast, snack, or light brunch
• Creamy, crunchy, sweet, and fresh all in one jar
• Easy to prep ahead for the week
• Naturally feels indulgent without being heavy
• Perfect on-the-go easy breakfast or snack

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Ingredients for Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola

Kiwi: I love using kiwi here because it brings brightness and a gentle tang that cuts through the creaminess of the yogurt. How do you know when the kiwi is ready to eat? It should give slightly when pressed, not rock hard, not mushy. The vibrant green color also makes this parfait feel extra fresh and cheerful.
Coconut yogurt or Greek yogurt: This is where you can really make it your own. Coconut yogurt adds a subtle tropical vibe and pairs beautifully with kiwi, while Greek yogurt brings richness and a more classic parfait texture. I sometimes use skyr as well when I want something extra thick and creamy.
Honey: Just a drizzle goes a long way. Honey softens the tartness of the kiwi and balances the yogurt without overpowering the fruit.
Vanilla: Vanilla adds warmth and depth, especially in the granola. It makes everything taste cozy and dessert-like, even though this is still very much a breakfast-friendly dish.
Rolled oats: Rolled oats are the base of my vanilla granola. They toast up beautifully and give that hearty crunch that makes a parfait satisfying instead of sad.
Pecans and almonds: I love combining these two for texture. Pecans bring buttery softness, while almonds add a firmer crunch.
Coconut flakes: For me, the more coconut the merrier. Toasted coconut flakes add aroma and make this feel like a mini tropical escape.
Coconut oil: Used to gently coat the granola, helping it bake evenly and turn golden and fragrant.
Coconut sugar: I prefer coconut sugar here for its subtle caramel-like flavor that pairs beautifully with vanilla and nuts.

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Did you know?

Kiwi might look like a fuzzy little mystery fruit on the outside, but it’s one of the rare fruits that ripens after it’s picked. That means if you buy it a bit firm, it will continue to soften on your counter until it’s perfectly sweet and juicy. Even better, kiwi contains a natural enzyme called actinidin, which helps break down proteins. That’s one reason it feels so light and easy to digest and why kiwi is often paired with yogurt or enjoyed after meals. Bonus fun fact: yes, the skin is edible, and while it may look questionable, it actually adds extra texture and fiber if you’re feeling brave (or lazy, no judgment).

Two glass bowls filled with yogurt, granola, and topped with chopped kiwi. Sliced and whole kiwis are nearby, along with two spoons on a light green cloth and a white surface.

How to Make Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola

Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a blender, pulse a few times so the pecan pieces aren’t too fine.
Combine oats, pecans, coconut flakes, sliced almonds, brown sugar, and butter in a bowl.
Using your hands, rub butter into remaining ingredients until coarse crumbs form.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour granola mixture over and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool completely before assembling kiwi parfait cups.
In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
Peel the kiwi and dice it into small pieces.
Assemble the Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola: Place finely chopped kiwis at the bottom of a glass or bowl, about one kiwi per glass. Add the Yogurt, about 2 – 3 tbsp. Then sprinkle with granola. Add the sliced kiwis and serve chilled. Place in the refrigerator for about 20 – 30 minutes.
Notes: Reserve the remaining granola in a glass jar.

Ingredient Substitutions

Kiwi: Use mango or pineapple for a different tropical vibe

Coconut yogurt: Greek yogurt or skyr

Honey: Maple syrup

Pecans: Walnuts, macadamia nuts or hazelnuts. You can make Paleo granola using only nuts and seeds.

Almonds: Cashews

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Coconut sugar: Brown sugar

A glass filled with layers of yogurt, granola, and diced kiwi, topped with a spoon. Whole and sliced kiwis are placed nearby on a light green cloth, with a second parfait glass in the background.

Health Benefits (of the ingredients for women’s health)

• Kiwi supports digestion and is a great source of fiber and vitamin C
• Yogurt supports gut health and daily nourishment
• Nuts and seeds help with satiety and steady energy
• Coconut adds healthy fats that keep you full longer

Chef Angie’s Tips

• Let granola cool completely before storing for maximum crunch
• Slice kiwi right before serving for the freshest texture
• Layer generously, nobody likes a skimpy parfait
• Use jars with lids for easy grab-and-go mornings

Ways To Serve

• As a weekday breakfast or Vanetines’s Day breakfast to impress.
• As a light brunch option
• As a post-workout snack
• As a healthy dessert alternative with lattes of herbal teas.

Storage

• Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature
• Keep sliced fruit refrigerated
• Assemble parfaits up to 24 hours in advance for best texture

A glass filled with layers of granola, yogurt, and chopped kiwi sits on a wooden board. A spoon is in the glass, and a halved kiwi and granola pieces are nearby. Another similar glass is partially visible.

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Mixing bowl
• Jars or bowls for serving
• Spoon (very important)

FAQ

How do you know when the kiwi is ready to eat?

It should be slightly soft when pressed and smell fresh, not sour.

Is this good for meal prep?

Absolutely. Keep components separate and assemble as needed.

Can I eat this on-the-go?

Yes, this is a perfect on-the-go easy breakfast or snack.

Three glass cups filled with layers of granola, yogurt, and chopped kiwi sit on a light green cloth. Sliced and whole kiwis, spoons, and extra granola are arranged around the cups on a white surface.

If you loved this Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola, share it with a friend who always forgets to eat breakfast, pin it for later, and add it to your weekly Breakfast Ideas list. Quick, nourishing food doesn’t have to be complicated, and this parfait proves it, one creamy, crunchy spoonful at a time.

Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy

Servings

Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

8 Kiwi
3 cups Plain coconut yogurt or Greek yogurt
2 tbsp Raw honey
1 tbsp Vanilla extract

Vanilla granolla

1 cups Rolled oats
1/4 cup Coconut flakes
1/2 cup Sliced almonds
3/4 cup Pecans
1/4 cup Coconut oil
1/4 cup Coconut sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a blender, pulse a few times so the pecan pieces aren't too fine.
3. Combine oats, pecans, coconut flakes, sliced almonds, coconut sugar, and butter in a bowl.
4. Using your hands, rub coconut oil into remaining ingredients until coarse crumbs form.
5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour granola mixture over and bake for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Let cool completely before assembling kiwi parfait cups.
7. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
8. Peel the kiwi and dice it into small pieces.
9. Assemble the Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola: Place finely chopped kiwis at the bottom of a glass or bowl, about one kiwi per glass. Add the Yogurt, about 2 – 3 tbsp. Then sprinkle with granola. Add the sliced kiwis and serve chilled. Place in the refrigerator for about 20 – 30 minutes.
Notes: Reserve the remaining granola in a glass jar.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 9gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.003gSodium: 33mgPotassium: 634mgFiber: 12gSugar: 34gVitamin A: 169IUVitamin C: 136mgCalcium: 121mgIron: 2mg

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Kiwi Parfait with Vanilla Granola