Banana Split Yogurt Parfaits
by Trish James
A healthy spin on a favorite dessert! You and your family won’t miss the extra calories and fat in these yummy Banana Split Yogurt Parfaits…promise!
A fun and healthier alternative to traditional banana splits! These parfaits are made with protein-packed yogurt and make for a satisfying dessert. Add granola for a yummy breakfast or a crunch for dessert.
These Individual Banana Split Sundaes are a great way for the kids to have a well-balanced sweet treat. The secret is to load up on the fruit!
Even though my family has dessert each night, I do try to make it somewhat healthy. We all have cravings now and then, but I definitely don’t want us to get too much sugar. So, making these parfaits gives us that opportunity! We substitute out the ice cream for lowfat yogurt, top with all our favorite fruits, add in a dash of protein thanks to the pistachios and get that sweet tooth craving satisfied with those mini chocolate chips and caramel sauce. YUM!
Nutrition Tip: The brown spots on a banana do not mean it’s going bad. In fact, it means the antioxidants within are becoming more potent.
Key Ingredients For Banana Split Yogurt Parfaits
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Cherries
- Chocolate Chips
- Caramel Sauce
- Lowfat Yogurt
Banana Split Simple Substitutions Or Additions
- Pineapple
- Any other fruit you and your family enjoy!
- Flavored yogurt – go ahead and try different ones! Get creative!
We love getting the kids involved in the kitchen, allowing them to pick what fruits top their “sundae” or the yogurt will help them to fill included in the process and get excited about making healthier choices in the kitchen.
Ready to make some yummy (and healthy!) desserts? Let’s do it!
Banana Split Yogurt Parfaits
Ingredients
- 1 cup lowfat Greek vanilla yogurt
- 1/4 cup caramel dip
- 1 banana
- 6 strawberries sliced
- 1/4 cup cherries
- 2 tablespoons pistachios chopped
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Spoon ¼ yogurt into two glasses, drizzle with 1 Tbsp. caramel dip. Add bananas, strawberries and cherries. Repeat layers.
- Top with pistachios and chocolate chips.
