Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat or 2% cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, and sliced strawberries)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons low-sugar granola or crushed almonds
- A pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon. If you prefer a sweeter taste, stir in your honey or maple syrup now. Mix everything thoroughly until the flavors are evenly distributed. For a smoother, mousse-like texture, you can quickly pulse the cottage cheese in a blender before adding the flavors.
- Grab a clear glass or a mason jar. Start by spooning half of the flavored cottage cheese into the bottom of the container. Add a layer of half the mixed berries and sprinkle on half of the chia seeds. Repeat the process with the remaining cottage cheese, berries, and chia seeds. This layering ensures you get a bit of everything in every spoonful.
- Top your parfait with the low-sugar granola or crushed almonds for that essential crunch. Serve immediately while the berries are fresh and the granola is crispy. If you are taking it to go, keep the granola in a separate small container and add it right before eating to prevent it from getting soggy.
- Cook Time: 5 minutes