By The American Heart Association
This delightful banana split recipe from Simple Cooking with Heart is not only simple but also indulgently tasty, and it may just become your new favorite dessert.
Ingredients:
- 2 packages (6 ounces each) of fat-free pineapple yogurt
- 1 cup of sliced strawberries or 1 cup of mixed berries
- 1 large banana (approximately 1 cup when sliced)
- 1/4 cup of low-fat granola (about 4 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa
- 1 tablespoon of confectioner’s sugar
- 2 teaspoons of hot water
Directions:
- To create the parfaits, begin by layering about 1/3 cup of yogurt, followed by 1/4 cup of sliced strawberries, then 1/4 cup of sliced bananas, and top with 1 tablespoon of granola in a small dish.
- In a separate small cup, combine the cocoa, confectioner’s sugar, and hot water, stirring until smooth. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of this mixture over each parfait.
Quick Tips:
- Keep it Healthy: Yogurt serves as a delicious and healthier alternative to ice cream or whipped cream in various recipes.
- Tip: If fresh berries are unavailable, you can use 1 cup of thawed frozen mixed berries instead.
- Feel free to replace the yogurt with any nonfat yogurt flavor you prefer.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 157 Per Serving
Protein: 6g Per Serving
Fiber: 2g Per Serving
Cost Per Serving: $1.24
To find out more about the Banana Split Berry Yogurt Parfaits Recipe from the American Heart Association, click here.
