How to make Black Forest Yogurt Parfait

This black forest yogurt parfait is rich, creamy and beautifully layered for a dessert that feels indulgent but still fresh and light enough to enjoy anytime. With smooth yogurt cream, soft chocolate cake crumbs and sweet cherry layers, it brings all the classic black forest flavors into an easy spoonable dessert. Perfect for a pretty homemade treat, a lighter dessert or an elegant single-serve idea.

1. 1In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, cream cheese, honey and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
2. 2If needed, prepare the cherries by simmering them briefly into a light compote or use ready cherry sauce.
3. 3Spoon a little chocolate cake crumb mixture into the bottom of each serving glass.
4. 4Add a layer of the yogurt cream.
5. 5Spoon in some cherries or cherry compote.
6. 6Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled.
7. 7Finish with extra yogurt cream, cherries and chocolate cake crumbs on top.
8. 8Dust lightly with cocoa powder or add a few chocolate shavings if desired.
9. 9Chill briefly before serving or enjoy immediately.

Tips for the best result

• Use thick yogurt so the layers stay neat and creamy
• Do not make the cake crumbs too fine if you want more texture
• Use juicy cherries for the best black forest flavor
• Serve chilled for a fresher and more dessert-like finish

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