15 Perfect Vegan Parfaits

Parfaits are perfect if you are looking for a touch of luxury for breakfast or brunch. Many of these recipes seem so decadent that they would make a well-received dessert or sweet treat any time of the day.

Breakfast can feel fancy whilst still being full of good, wholesome, and nutritious ingredients. What’s more, parfaits are usually super easy to make, taking just moments to get from the kitchen to the table.

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1. Chocolaty Yogurt Parfait

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This healthy, Chocolaty Yogurt Parfait by Nele Liivlaid is a great afternoon pick-me-up snack that takes only one bowl and less than 5 minutes to make! Besides its simplicity, you’ll enjoy the perfect creaminess, and the fresh flavor will lift you up!

2. Hazelnut Chocolate Parfait

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This Hazelnut Chocolate Parfait by Jana Kastner is a seriously delicious treat that is not only vegan, gluten-free, and free of processed sugar and starches, but it also takes only 5 ingredients to make!

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3. Almond Butter Vanilla Bean Granola

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This Almond Butter Vanilla Bean Granola by Angelina Papanikolaou is also much healthier than the store-bought kind. Here, you can control exactly what is going into the recipe. This almond butter vanilla bean granola combines the most amazing flavors ever- vanilla bean paste, maple syrup, crunchy almonds, and cacao nibs for a chocolatey taste without making this granola too sweet!

4. Superfood Chocolate Mousse and Raspberry Parfait

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The bottom layer of this Superfood Chocolate Mousse and Raspberry Parfait by Mitra Shirmohammadi is a simple vanilla chia pudding made with chia seeds, your favorite non-dairy milk, vanilla, and a bit of natural sweetener of choice. The raspberry layer is just raspberries cooked gently over low heat with a dash of water and pure maple syrup, and the mousse is rich, decadent, and super nutritious at the same time!

5. Strawberry Parfait

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This Strawberry Parfait by Lucie Javorska is like a single serving of strawberry shortcake deconstructed into its fruity, creamy, and crunchy elements, then layered on top of each other into a beautiful, secretly healthy dessert or breakfast.

6. Strawberry Protein Pudding Breakfast Parfait

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This recipe for Strawberry Protein Pudding Breakfast Parfait by Kat Condon started was invented when strawberry chia pudding was added to some leftover morning oats. Suddenly there was an amazingly delicious and protein-packed hearty and healthy breakfast treat.   more.

7. Brownie Baked Oatmeal Parfait

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This Brownie Baked Oatmeal Parfait by Lauren Smith makes the perfect sweet breakfast! With layers of yogurt in between layers of chocolatey oatmeal, it’s a breakfast you won’t want to miss!

8. Raspberry Chia Seed Parfait

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In this recipe for Raspberry Chia Seed Parfait by Crissy Cavanaugh, creamy chia seed pudding sits atop a layer of sweet and tart raspberry purée. These parfaits are a different way to start your day! Enjoy them for breakfast with an additional topping of crunchy granola.

9. Chia Pudding Parfait

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This Chia Pudding Parfait by Lena Novak has Pumpkin Spice flavored layers with quinoa granola and  Pomegranate. It’s an easy yet festive and finger-licking dessert that anyone can make.

10. Healthy Chia Breakfast Parfait

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This super simple Healthy Chia Breakfast Parfait by Vicky Coates is made with chia seeds, superfood powder, and almond milk, then layered with yogurt, peanut butter, cereal, and fruit. It’s a healthy breakfast loaded with protein, fiber, and good fats! It’s also gluten-free and vegan.

11. Chocolate Brownie and Peanut Butter Parfait

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This Chocolate Brownie and Peanut Butter Parfait by Pauline Hanuise is absolutely delicious. It’s composed of a simple raw vegan peanut butter chocolate mousse, a raw, vegan brownie, and it’s topped with some coconut whipped cream. It’s super easy to make as the mousse only requires 4 ingredients and the brownie is super simple as you don’t need to bake anything.

12. Healthy Chunky Monkey Pudding Parfait

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Enjoy this super creamy and rich Healthy Chunky Monkey Pudding Parfait by Kat Condon for breakfast or dessert! Homemade chocolate banana pudding is layered with protein-rich vegan yogurt and topped with granola and more banana slices for the perfect parfait. It’s creamy, rich, and full of chocolate flavor that won’t leave you in an early morning sugar coma but will still curb that chocolate craving.

13. Homemade Coconut Cashew Yogurt Parfait

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The magic of cashews is what gives the yogurt in this Homemade Coconut Cashew Yogurt Parfait by Melissa Huggins its dreamy, creamy texture. Although it’s not fermented like traditional yogurt, it still has that sweet and tangy flavor that we all know and love. Paired with crunchy granola and fresh fruit, this yogurt parfait is the perfect start to any day!

14. Pumpkin Pie Parfait With Cranberry-Orange Coulis and Coconut Whip

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This Pumpkin Pie Parfait With Cranberry-Orange Coulis and Coconut Whip by Crystal Bonnet is a great raw addition to your holiday party menu. Sweet and festive layers combine with a beautiful presentation. It’s a match made in the tree lights.

15. Blueberry Smoothie Parfait

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This Blueberry Smoothie Parfait by Sirke Reivo has a refreshing fruity taste, a protein punch, and is great as a breakfast, snack, or dessert! It’s easy to make and really delicious. Put together this simple recipe for a filling and healthy meal.

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