Grape Apple Crunch Cups (Printable version)

Delightful layers of grapes, apples, creamy yogurt, and granola create a light, crunchy treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
02 - 1 cup green apple, diced (approximately 1 medium apple)
03 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

→ Yogurt Layer

04 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
05 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup

→ Crunch Layer

06 - 1 cup granola
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

→ Garnish

08 - Extra grapes and apple cubes (optional)
09 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Toss diced apple with lemon juice in a small bowl to prevent browning.
02 - Combine Greek yogurt with honey or maple syrup until smooth.
03 - Spoon 2 tablespoons of yogurt mixture into the bottom of each of 4 parfait glasses.
04 - Distribute halved grapes and diced apples evenly over the yogurt.
05 - Sprinkle granola and chopped nuts, if using, over the fruit.
06 - Alternate layers of yogurt, fruit, and granola until glasses are filled, finishing with granola on top.
07 - Top with extra grapes, apple cubes, and mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • If you crave a dessert that tastes indulgent but comes together in fifteen minutes flat, this one&aposs got your name on it.
  • The crunch, creaminess, and juicy fruit create a balance that&aposs both refreshing and satisfying, so it&aposs hard to stop at one cup.
02 -
  • If you build these parfaits too far ahead, the granola will lose its crunch—that&aposs a lesson I learned the soggy way.
  • Letting the yogurt come to room temperature for a few minutes before assembling makes it easier to layer and mellower in flavor.
03 -
  • Granola with big crunchy clusters adds drama and texture—avoid the powdery kind if you can.
  • A touch of fresh mint wakes up all the flavors and makes each cup feel extra fancy.
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