Brown Butter Parfait
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This brown butter parfait has become my go to dessert whenever I want something that feels fancy but actually comes together in less than an hour. The beauty of it is how simple it really is; you just layer the nutty brown butter with creamy greek yogurt and all your favorite toppings. Greek yogurt is packed with protein, so you're getting something genuinely nourishing alongside all that deliciousness. What I love most is that it requires almost no cooking skills and very few ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or last minute guests. The whole thing takes just 45 minutes from start to finish, and honestly, most of that time is just letting flavors mingle. Trust me, once you make this, you'll find yourself reaching for it again and again.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 200brown butter
- 400 mlgreek yogurt
- 300 ggranola
- 400 gmixed berries
- 100 ghoney
- 100 galmonds(sliced)
- 200 goats
- 10 gcinnamon
- 5 gsalt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C. In a small saucepan, melt 200g of butter over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Set aside.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the butter reaches 120°C.
- 2
In a separate bowl, mix together 300g of granola, 100g of honey, 10g of cinnamon, and 5g of salt.
Tip: Adjust the amount of honey to your desired sweetness level.
- 3
In a separate container, combine 400g of mixed berries and 400ml of Greek yogurt.
Tip: Feel free to mix and match your favorite berries or add a splash of lemon juice for extra flavor.
- 4
To assemble the parfait, place a layer of brown butter at the bottom of a glass or parfait dish.
Tip: You can also use a layer of granola for a crunchier base.
- 5
Add a layer of yogurt and berries on top of the brown butter, followed by a sprinkle of granola.
Tip: Get creative with your layering – you can add nuts, seeds, or even a drizzle of honey for extra flavor.
- 6
Repeat the layers two more times, finishing with a layer of brown butter on top.
Tip: Garnish with sliced almonds and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
- 7
Cover and refrigerate the parfait for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Tip: Serve chilled and enjoy!
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