Candied Orange Yogurt Parfait (Printable)

A refreshing blend of creamy yogurt, sweet orange slices, and crunchy granola with toasted almonds and mint.

# What You Need:

→ Candied Oranges

01 - 2 medium oranges, thinly sliced
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 cup water

→ Yogurt Layer

04 - 2 cups Greek yogurt, plain or vanilla
05 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Granola Crunch

07 - 1 1/2 cups granola, store-bought or homemade
08 - 1/4 cup chopped toasted almonds

→ Garnish

09 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add orange slices in a single layer and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until rinds become translucent. Transfer orange slices to parchment-lined tray and cool completely for approximately 10 minutes.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups Greek yogurt with 2 tablespoons honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
03 - Spoon a layer of yogurt mixture into the bottom of each glass or jar. Add a layer of granola followed by a few pieces of candied orange. Repeat layering pattern, finishing with yogurt on top. Arrange candied orange slices on surface and sprinkle with additional granola and toasted almonds. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
04 - Serve immediately for optimal crunch texture, or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The candied oranges stay chewy and glossy for days, so you can prep ahead without stress.
  • Greek yogurt gives you actual substance—this feels like a real breakfast, not just dressed-up air.
  • That crunch-and-creamy contrast is basically edible satisfaction.
02 -
  • Don't skip cooling the candied oranges completely—warm citrus against cold yogurt creates condensation that makes everything soggy faster than you'd expect.
  • If your granola goes soft, add it just before eating rather than layering it far in advance, or switch to a denser granola brand that holds up to moisture.
03 -
  • Taste your yogurt and granola separately before mixing—sometimes you need less or more honey depending on brands, and catching that before assembly saves regret.
  • Use the back of a spoon to gently press layers as you build so they settle without squishing the yogurt into air.
Go Back