Looking for a fruit and yogurt parfait that is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day? Make this Irish Flag parfait that is delicious, healthy, and fun!
Simple St. Patrick’s Day Dessert: Irish Flag Parfait
My kids LOVE fruit and yogurt. When I throw things in a cup, it is a guarantee that it will be a hit. So needless to say, we tend to make a lot of parfaits. Who doesn’t love fun food? Getting ready for St. Patrick’s Day, the kids and I decided to do something a little different. We wanted to make an Irish flag in our parfait. So simple and a great way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. This parfait can be used as a St. Patrick’s Day dessert or as a way to learn more about Ireland or as a St. Patrick’s Day learning activity.
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Irish Flag Parfait: Simple St. Patrick’s Day Dessert
This is a simple rendition of the Irish flag. Since the colors of the flag are orange on top, white in the middle, and green on the bottom, it comes together rather easily.
What Kind of Yogurt is Best in This Irish Flag Parfait
It depends on what you like. Any yogurt works but depending on your goals, you might want to choose a certain type. When I eat this, I use nonfat Greek yogurt because it is 0 points. But since I absolutely hate plain Greek Yogurt, I like to add a dash of vanilla and sugar substitute in it. My kids love this fruit and yogurt parfait but they do not like thick yogurt. For them, I use vanilla yogurt. I am for ones that are low in sugar.
Are Yogurt Parfaits Healthy / Weight Watchers Approved
This yogurt parfait is very healthy. You can make it a Weight Watchers o Point snack by using nonfat Greek Yogurt or a snack low in by using an artificially sweetened or low sugar yogurt. Nonfat Vanilla Greek yogurt is 6 points for a cup, but in this recipe, you would only need between 1/4 cup and a 1/2 cup depending on your preference.
Ingredients in an Irish Flag Fruit and Yogurt Parfait
- Clear Glass or Cup
- Green Grapes
- Vanilla or plain yogurt- Regular style or Greek
- Mandarin Oranges
How to Make an Irish Flag Fruit and Yogurt Parfait
Start by placing the green grapes in the bottom of the glass. This makes up the bottom of the flag.
Next comes the yogurt. You could also use whipped cream or even cool whip for dessert. The regular style of yogurt does tend to drip down between the grapes. If this bothers you, use a Greek-style yogurt that is thicker.
After draining the mandarin oranges, add them to the top of the yogurt.
That is it. You are ready to eat your Irish Flag as part of your St. Patrick’s Day Dessert. You can also make these up ahead of time and leave them in the refrigerator. They store well for about 2 days, covered.
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Irish Flag Fruit and Yogurt Parfait
Equipment
- Clear Glass or Cup
Ingredients
- Green Grapes
- Vanilla or plain yogurt- Regular style or Greek
- Mandarin Oranges
Directions
- Start by placing the green grapes in the bottom on the glass. This makes up the bottom on the flag.
- Next comes the yogurt. You could also use whipped cream or even cool whip for a dessert. The regular style of yogurt does tend to drip down between the grapes. If this bothers you, use a Greek style yogurt which is thicker.
- After draining the mandarin oranges, add them to the top of the yogurt.
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