Pina Colada Yogurt Nirvana
Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with this creamy and luscious Pina Colada Yogurt Nirvana! This no-cook, 10-minute recipe combines velvety Greek yogurt with a sweet and tangy pineapple-coconut sauce, lightly sweetened with honey and a splash of vanilla. Layered with crunchy granola and topped with toasted shredded coconut, optional macadamia nuts, and a sprig of fresh mint, this yogurt parfait delivers a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. Perfect for breakfast, a refreshing snack, or a light dessert, this tropical treat will leave you dreaming of sun-soaked beaches. Easy to assemble and packed with protein, it’s a healthy yet indulgent twist on the classic piña colada that you can enjoy anytime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained if using canned)
- 0.5 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Granola
- 0.25 cup Shredded coconut (unsweetened, toasted for garnish if desired)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped macadamia nuts (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks, coconut milk, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth to create the pina colada sauce.
In a medium bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt with half of the prepared pina colada sauce. Stir well to combine.
In serving glasses or bowls, layer the yogurt mixture, remaining pina colada sauce, and granola. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of granola on top.
Sprinkle the shredded coconut over the top of each parfait. If desired, add chopped macadamia nuts for extra crunch.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your tropical yogurt nirvana!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.3 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 218 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.1 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.6 g | ||
| Protein | 61.7 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 669 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1573 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
