Tropical Fruit Brunch Parfait

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy layers of cottage cheese and yogurt topped with vibrant tropical fruit and crunchy granola
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This refreshing Tropical Fruit Brunch Parfait is a light, dairy-rich dessert that balances creamy textures with bright, natural sweetness. By layering low-fat cottage cheese and sugar-free peach yogurt, you get a protein-packed base that feels indulgent yet wholesome. The addition of DOLE Tropical Fruit Salad introduces bursts of juicy mango, pineapple, and papaya, while golden raisins add chewy sweetness. A final topping of nonfat plain granola provides the perfect crunch, contrasting beautifully with the soft fruit and smooth cheese mixture. It’s an ideal make-ahead option for summer brunches, post-workout recovery snacks, or a guilt-free treat after a heavy meal. Simple to assemble and visually appealing, this parfait brings a vacation vibe to your kitchen table without the extra calories.

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Tropical Fruit Brunch Parfait

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 42.0

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This refreshing Tropical Fruit Brunch Parfait is a light, dairy-rich dessert that balances creamy textures with bright, natural sweetness. By layering low-fat cottage cheese and sugar-free peach yogurt, you get a protein-packed base that feels indulgent yet wholesome. The addition of DOLE Tropical Fruit Salad introduces bursts of juicy mango, pineapple, and papaya, while golden raisins add chewy sweetness. A final topping of nonfat plain granola provides the perfect crunch, contrasting beautifully with the soft fruit and smooth cheese mixture. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal make-ahead option for summer brunches, post-workout recovery snacks, or a guilt-free treat after a heavy meal. Simple to assemble and visually appealing, this parfait brings a vacation vibe to your kitchen table without the extra calories.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Drain the canned tropical fruit salad thoroughly to remove excess syrup.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the nonfat cottage cheese, sugar-free peach yogurt, and raisins until evenly mixed.
  3. Spoon a layer of the cottage cheese mixture into the bottom of each of the 4 serving glasses.
  4. Add a layer of the drained tropical fruit salad over the cheese mixture.
  5. Top with a layer of nonfat plain granola for crunch.
  6. Repeat layers if desired, ending with granola on top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 42.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 11.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 7.0g
Protein 0.8g2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: brunch, dessert, tropical, fruit, parfait, cottage cheese, yogurt, granola, healthy, layered, make-ahead, low-fat, protein, summer, snack
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