High-Protein Churro Yogurt Parfait

May 01, 2025

Churros meet health goals in this creamy, high-protein parfait that tastes like dessert but fuels like breakfast. It layers vanilla Greek yogurt with cinnamon-crunch oat “churro crumble” and a drizzle of honey — all the cozy churro vibes, without the deep fryer or sugar crash.

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🍩 Ingredients (Serves 1–2):

For the Cinnamon “Churro” Crunch:

  • ⅓ cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp brown sugar or monk fruit sweetener
  • Pinch of salt
  • Olive oil spray or ½ tsp coconut oil

For the Yogurt Base:

  • 1 cup nonfat plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or use skyr for extra protein)
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (optional, for bonus gains)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (if using plain yogurt)
  • Optional: pinch of cinnamon

Toppings:

  • Drizzle of honey or sugar-free maple syrup
  • A few banana slices or chopped strawberries (optional)
  • Extra cinnamon for dusting

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📋 Instructions:

  1. Make the Churro Crunch:
    In a small skillet over medium heat, lightly spray with oil and toast the oats with cinnamon, sweetener, and a pinch of salt. Stir for 3–5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Let cool — they’ll crisp up more as they sit.
  2. Mix the Yogurt:
    In a bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, vanilla, and protein powder until smooth. Add a dash of cinnamon if you want a warm-spiced flavor all the way through.
  3. Assemble the Parfait:
    In a small glass or jar, layer half of the yogurt, then a layer of churro crunch, then repeat. Top with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a few fruit slices if using.

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📊 Macros (approx. per serving, with protein powder and without fruit):

  • Calories: 230
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbs: 18g

(Adjust based on toppings and yogurt type)

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