The healthy dessert (or breakfast!) you didn’t know you needed.
Lemon Blueberry Crumble Parfaits
If you’re anything like me, you’re always looking for ways to sneak something sweet and cozy into your day without totally derailing your health goals. Enter: these Lemon Blueberry Crumble Parfaits. They feel like dessert, but thanks to a protein-packed lemon honey Greek yogurt, they double as a high-protein snack or breakfast. (Yes, you can totally eat dessert for breakfast — I said what I said.)
Creator: Leslie Stokes
This recipe makes 6-8 servings and is perfect for meal prep, brunch with friends, or just keeping something special in the fridge for you.
Why You’ll Love It:
• Easy, one-pan crumble: Stir everything together right in the baking dish. No need to dirty extra bowls.
• Warm + cool combo: Layer the warm, gooey lemon blueberry crumble with chilled, lemony Greek yogurt for the ultimate flavor + texture situation.
• Gluten-free + customizable: Use your favorite GF flour or sub in almond or oat flour. It’s super flexible.
• Naturally sweetened: Coconut sugar and honey keep things sweet but still nourishing.
Make-Ahead Tips:
• Meal prep friendly: Store the crumble and yogurt separately and assemble parfaits as needed throughout the week.
• Freezer hack: You can freeze portions of the crumble and defrost to layer with fresh yogurt any time.
• Serving idea: Try layering these in mason jars for grab-and-go breakfasts or brunch-ready presentation.
Nutrition Boost:
Each serving is packed with protein from the Greek yogurt, fiber from the oats and berries, and natural sweetness from honey and coconut sugar. It’s the kind of balance that satisfies cravings while still keeping you on track.
meal prep and storage tips
Meal Prep & Storage Tips
1. Make it ahead:
These lemon blueberry parfaits are perfect for prepping in advance—just layer everything up in small mason jars or airtight containers and pop them in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to 4 days, which makes them a grab-and-go dream for busy mornings or afternoon snacks.
2. Keep it crunchy:
If you’re using granola, keep it separate until you’re ready to eat. This way, it stays crunchy instead of soggy. Just pack it in a little snack-size container or baggie and sprinkle it on top when you’re ready to dig in.
3. Customize your layers:
You can totally mix things up by swapping the blueberries for raspberries, strawberries, or even a little chia jam. If you want to sneak in extra protein, use Greek yogurt or even a layer of cottage cheese (trust me, it’s better than it sounds!).
4. Freezer-friendly (kind of):
While the full parfaits don’t freeze well, you can freeze the lemon yogurt mixture on its own in silicone molds or small containers. Just thaw overnight and assemble when ready!
Lemon Blueberry Crumble Parfaits
Ingredients
Blueberry Base
- 4 cups frozen blueberries
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 tbsp tapioca starch or cornstarch
Crumble Topping
- 3/4 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 3/4 cup gluten-free flour
- Sub options: almond flour oat flour, or regular all-purpose if not gluten-free
- 3/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Lemon Honey Greek Yogurt
- 48 oz plain nonfat Greek yogurt or 6 cups
- 6 tbsp honey adjust to taste
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 6 tbsp lemon juice
Let's Make It
- In a 9x13 baking dish, mix together blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice, water, and tapioca or cornstarch. Stir until well combined.
- In a bowl, combine oats, flour, coconut sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the blueberry base.
- Bake uncovered at 350°F for 20 minutes, until the topping is golden and the blueberry filling is bubbling.
- In the meantime make the greek yogurt by whisking everything together in a large bowl until smooth and creamy. Keep chilled until ready to layer.
- Assemble the ParfaitsIn cups or jars, layer warm (or cooled) blueberry crumble with a generous scoop of lemon honey yogurt. Repeat layers and top with extra crumble or fresh berries if desired.
Nutrition Facts
based off of 8 servings
• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18.5g
• Fat: 6.8g
• Carbohydrates: 55.5g
