INTRODUCTION

Greetings to you all. Trust you all had a great day. It's @luchyl coming your way once again to share this exciting post with you; "how I made a low Cost yogurt fruit Parfait". Sit back and enjoy it.
Before going further, I would like us to know what Parfait is.

What is Parfait?

According to Merriam Webster dictionary, a Parfait is

• "a flavored custard containing whipped cream and syrup frozen without stirring"
• "a cold dessert made of layers of fruit, syrup, ice cream, and whipped cream"

Parfait means different things to different countries;

• Parfait is really a general term used to describe many different types of layered foods served in a dish. In practice, though, most Americans are familiar with ice cream or yogurt parfaits, which are a very specific type of dessert.
  Parfaits are usually topped off with whipped cream.
• The American parfait is very similar to a sundae. It may contain layers of ice cream or cream, and include nuts, syrups, whipped cream, fresh fruit, granola, and any number of other dessert style toppings. It is a popular dessert in fairly upscale restaurants that want to offer something a bit more casual than heavier traditional French desserts.
• French parfait itself is traditionally made with eggs and cream whipped with a layer of fruit.
• The Japanese use the word to refer to dessert as well, although in the Japanese context, parfait is really the same thing as an American sundae. Ice cream is still considered the base, and the additions added are the standard sundae additions, from ground nuts, to hot chocolate syrup, to sprinkles and cherries.

Parfaits are made differently in different countries, the unifying theme tends to be the layering, the somewhat creamy consistency, and the service, which is usually in a tall clear glass.

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Now let's see what Yogurt Parfait is

• Yogurt Parfait Recipe is a simple breakfast or snack that starts with a thick and creamy yogurt layered with homemade granola and fresh berries then topped with more fresh berries and a honey drizzle.
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You may ask, Is Parfait Healthy To The Body?
Here's an answer; Parfait is a healthy snack that can be taken any time of the day.
Going further

• Yogurt parfaits can be great fuel for your body and brain. Nutrients such as protein, fiber, natural sugars, and healthy fats help you move throughout the day
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  Also,

• Yogurt Parfait are rich in protein, low in cholesterol and they are an excellent source of vitamins A, C, D, B-12.

• Yogurt parfaits also contain iron, calcium and magnesium. Some studies suggest that calcium in yogurt may be better absorbed by your body than calcium from other sources.

• Protein in yogurt can help you feel full for longer periods of time which can reduce your food intake during meal times.

• Furthermore, vitamin A is essential for healthy vision, skin and cells; vitamin C helps you absorb iron.

• Vitamin D helps prevent osteoporosis; Vitamin B-12 supports brain function.

• Calcium improves muscle control and is essential to healthy bones.

• Magnesium is good for maintaining a steady heartbeat as well as blood sugar levels.
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Yogurt Fruit Parfait with strawberries, blueberries and granola source

Now let's look at Types of Parfait

There are various types of Parfaits ranging from Lemon Meringue Parfaits, Cookies and Cream Parfaits, Blueberry Ice Cream Parfaits, Banana Cream Pie Parfaits, Granola and Fruit Parfaits, Chocolate Chip Cookie Cheesecake Parfait, Raspberry and Chia Seed Superfood Parfait, Granola Parfaits with Peaches and Blueberries, etc. source

List of Fruits Used for Making Yogurt Parfait:

Apple, Banana, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cantaloupe, Coconut, Cranberries, Dates, Grapes, Kiwi fruit/fruit from New Zealand, Mango, Papaya, Peach, Pineapple, Raspberries
Strawberry/ berries from Hawaii, Watermelon,
Apricot or Peach, Almond etc
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Now that we know the various fruits used in making parfait, let's see how I made a low cost Yogurt fruit Parfait.

Ingredients

*Greek Yogurt, which can be gotten from supermarkets and shopping malls, but I made it myself.

• one sizeable apple
• two sizeable ripe banana
• three pieces of Kwuli Kwuli (groundnut chips)
• two sizeable carrots.
• one sizeable apple

Procedure

• Wash all the fruits very well in running water, then set aside for the water on them to dry.
  For the carrot, I scraped the back because of that's how I like eating my carrots so it's not compulsory.
• Cut all of the fruits in desired sizes.

Then it's time to start layering.
Get your cups / bowls and start layering as you desire. I started with adding carrot - apple at the base, topped with yogurt, then pear-banana, carrot - apple, topped with yogurt again, repeated the layering then kwuli kwuli.
It's advisable to use clear glass cups / bowls, for me I improvised with plastic cups.
Also make sure the yogurt is cold before using.

Yogurt Fruit Parfait.

Conclusion

Now that you have known what Parfait and yogurt parfaits are, the health benefits and procedures, I urge you to try it out. You don't need to "tear your pocket" to prepare it, and I bet you, your family will enjoy it.
You can try different fruits such as, peaches, apples, oranges, raspberries, strawberries, any of your favorites will do!

Modeling my yogurt fruit parfait😋😍

Thank you for taking out time to read my post. Contributions and corrections are welcome.

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