Description
Creamy vanilla yogurt and berry trifle showcases summer’s most delightful flavors. Layers of fresh berries, yogurt, and crunchy granola create a refreshing dessert perfect for warm afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 2 cups (454 g) vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup (150 g) granola or pound cake cubes
- 2 tbsps (30 ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Fresh mint leaves
- Extra berries
- Shredded coconut or slivered almonds
Instructions
- Preparation: Rinse strawberries under cool water, then pat dry with a towel. Slice berries into uniform pieces for an elegant presentation.
- Flavor Enhancement: Blend yogurt with vanilla extract and honey, creating a rich, aromatic base that elevates the entire dessert.
- Vessel Selection: Choose a transparent trifle dish or individual serving glasses to showcase the layered masterpiece.
- Initial Layer: Spread a smooth, generous yogurt foundation across the bottom of the container, ensuring complete coverage.
- Berry Distribution: Arrange a colorful medley of mixed berries evenly over the yogurt layer, creating a vibrant visual impact.
- Textural Element: Sprinkle crunchy granola or delicately place pound cake cubes to introduce an exciting textural contrast.
- Strategic Layering: Systematically build additional tiers by repeating yogurt, berry, and granola/cake layers, creating height and complexity.
- Final Touch: Top with a pristine yogurt layer, smoothing the surface for a polished finish.
- Garnish and Presentation: Decorate with fresh berries, extra granola, and optional embellishments like mint leaves, coconut shavings, or toasted almonds.
- Chilling: Refrigerate for up to two hours to allow flavors to meld and intensify, ensuring a sublime tasting experience.
Notes
- Select Peak-Ripeness Berries: Choose berries at their prime, vibrant and firm, avoiding mushy or bruised fruits for optimal flavor and visual appeal.
- Balance Yogurt Sweetness: Adjust honey or maple syrup to personal taste, creating a harmonious blend that complements the natural berry sweetness.
- Layer with Precision: Build layers carefully to maintain distinct textures, preventing ingredients from becoming soggy or losing their individual characteristics.
- Chill for Flavor Fusion: Refrigerate trifle for at least an hour before serving, allowing ingredients to meld and develop a more complex, integrated taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg