Rise 'n' Shine Parfait
- SERVES
- 4
Who would think cream cheese and granola could be this elegant?! Wake up to an exciting and healthy breakfast that's a change of pace from the typical morning breakfast routine.
What You'll Need
- 3/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 (12-ounce) container light cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chopped fresh, frozen or canned fruit (thawed, if frozen)
- 1 cup granola
What to Do
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine raisins, orange juice, sugar, and vanilla. Cover and microwave at high power for 45 seconds; let stand 1 minute, until raisins plump up. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
- In a medium bowl, whisk cream cheese until smooth. Stir in raisin mixture until well combined.
- In 4 dessert dishes or parfait glasses, layer cream cheese mixture, fruit, and granola. Repeat layers then serve, or cover loosely and chill until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use your favorite fresh, frozen or canned fruit - like peaches, strawberries, blueberries or raspberries - and garnish with additional fruit, if desired.
- Jump start your morning with a healthy breakfast - check out How to Start Your Day Out Right: 11 Healthy Breakfast Recipes today!