This easy yogurt bowl is one of my favorite breakfast hacks to make my mornings run smoothly and enjoyably.
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Before I started working exclusively from home, I dreamed about starting out my day with a slow, home-cooked breakfast. You know, like waffles or smoothies, smoothie bowls (because food blogger here), or an omelet. Since then, I've realized that I'm most productive in the mornings, and nice breakfasts require extra time that I'm still not up to waking up earlier for. Enter delicious granola, yogurt, and fruit. It's more flavorful and exciting than cereal, but not much more work.
how this easy yogurt bowl fits into my lifestyle
Now that you know how little time I want to spend on breakfast, this easy breakfast hack with my favorite yogurt makes a bit more sense, I hope?! I just want a breakfast that will tide me over until my next meal or snack, that tastes delicious, and has a variety of nutrients to help ensure that my body functions well. Luckily, the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend increasing intake of nutrient-dense foods, such as fat-free or low-fat dairy products, like yogurt. Yogurt is nutrient-dense and many yogurts are a good source of protein and calcium. Greek yogurts typically contain more protein than regular yogurts. Plus, Greek yogurt is so smooth, creamy, and delicious!
This easy yogurt bowl, made with delicious berries, granola, and Dannon Light & Fit Original Greek yogurt is easy to eat out of the container (real life hack) or to pour into a bowl with the toppings. I honestly do both, depending on how much time I have- 3 mins vs 5 mins.
This easy yogurt bowl is great, but some days the yogurt, granola, and fruit just won't cut it and I know I'll still be hungry. On those days, I usually add a dollop of peanut butter to my easy yogurt bowl. Sometimes I end up eating a chunk of PB, sometimes I can mix it in well, either way my taste buds and stomach are happy because peanut butter is such a delicious addition to yogurt. Yogurt bowls are awesome because you can customize the ingredients so much to meet your day-to-day flavor and hunger preferences.
For a fat-free or low-fat dairy product, I like Dannon Light & Fit Original Greek Nonfat Yogurts because they’re satisfyingly delicious and widely available, plus they're a delicious vehicle for your favorite granola, nut butter, and fruit. Healthy choices don’t have to be boring. With a balanced variety of delicious choices, Dannon Light & Fit Original Greek Nonfat Yogurt has great options that also fit your active lifestyle. Food is not only to be enjoyed, but it’s functional. Properly nourishing yourself for your favorite way to move will allow your body to feel good and to enjoy moving. It takes practice and experimentation, but you can easily find the foods that help you start the day on a great note.
How this easy yogurt bowl will make your life easier
Do you eat breakfast on your way to work, or at your desk? Bring your toppings in separate baggies so they're fresh, and eat it out of the cup. Or, if you have a few minutes to sit down at home, make yourself a quick & easy yogurt bowl and take some time to enjoy it and breathe before you get the day started.
Quick Notes on This Recipe
- Any Dannon Light & Fit Original Greek yogurt would be great in this yogurt bowl, but I particularly recommend Cherry, Blueberry, and Key Lime flavors. They're my faves!
- I'll include amounts of toppings to get started, but recommend playing around with the toppings to find how much your body needs to feel good. This is individualized nutrition 101.
- You don't just have to add berries and granola, I love adding nuts, peanut (or other nut).
Easy Yogurt Bowl
Equipment
- knife
- cutting board
- Measuring Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 carton Dannon® Light & Fit® Original Greek Yogurt, blueberry flavor or other favorite flavor
- ¼+ cup granola
- ⅓+ cup fresh sliced fruit (strawberries, bananas, cherries, blueberries)
Instructions
- Top yogurt with granola and fruit, leave in cup, or pour into bowl
Notes
Need a bit more yogurt inspiration? Check out these yogurt breakfast hacks from some of my favorite non-diet dietitians:
- I like to make hazelnut chocolate pudding pudding by mixing a hazelnut chocolate spread and plain nonfat yogurt. The hazelnut chocolate adds just the right amount of creaminess to the nonfat yogurt. Adina Pearson, RD
- You can add even more protein to your morning yogurt, since protein is the most satiating nutrient! My favorite protein additions: hemp seeds, chia seeds, flax seeds, and sometimes even just some plain protein powder! Mandy Ng, RD, CNSC.
- Yogurt is a staple in my fridge so I have quite a few hacks. To name a few - I mix any flavor yogurt in with overnight oats, I prep it the night before for a quick grab and go breakfast. I've also been known to mix a little cocoa powder and peanut butter powder in with vanilla yogurt for a sweeter snack or breakfast. I like to mix plain yogurt in with mashed avocado to make it light and creamy -Jenna Gorham, RD, LD of Jenna Gorham Nutrition.
- Yogurt Avocado Toast with Honey and Pink Salt is dreamy! I like to spread Greek yogurt over toast and top with avocado slices, honey and pink salt. Mariana Dineen MS, RD, CDN.
- I love vanilla Greek yogurt, adding a generous spoonful of peanut butter, a touch of honey, and some chocolate chips for a protein packed cookie dough-like breakfast! -Emily Holdorf, MS, RDN, LDN of EmPowered Nutrition.
- I like vanilla Greek yogurt with fresh strawberries, dark chocolate chips, and a little bit of granola. SO good in the summer! Rose Mattson, MS, RD, CD
- One of my favorite ways to enjoy vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt is to mix it with peanut butter until smooth. This mixture can either be refrigerated or frozen. When refrigerated, it can be used as a dip for fruit and even veggies or as a spread for bagels and tortillas. The possibilities are endless! Sydney Cavero-Egusquiza, MS, RD/LD
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- What's your go-to easy breakfast hack?
- How would you customize your easy yogurt bowl?
Jenni LeBaron says
I am a huge advocate for yogurt everyday because it is so good for you. This is a great way to jazz it up!
Janette | Culinary Ginger says
I love a yogurt bowl, the creamy, sweet crunchy bites are so satisfying. I need to check these out, I love Dannon yogurt.
Rebecca says
yes! and isn't Dannon great?! love how creamy it is
Jennifer says
I always need quick easy ideas in the morning for me and my kids. Looks yummy!
Rebecca says
yay! this is quick & so easy!
Soniya says
What a perfect way to start your day!! I love yogurt bowls and you have made it looks more gorgeous ??
Rebecca says
thanks so much! agreed
Chichi says
Hmmm. I literally want to eat these off the screen. I love yoghurt and this yoghurt bowl is so rich and can fit into a healthy lifestyle.
Rebecca says
me too! they're soo delicious! thanks
Emily @Sinful Nutrition says
Yogurt bowls are a favorite of mine in the summer. So quick and refreshing for a hot morning!
Rebecca says
totally! they're so refreshing
Mikki says
Love a good, healthy, and easy snack!
Rebecca says
me too!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
Such a good way to start the day! I love adding goodies to my yogurt bowls too.
Rebecca says
right?! it's the best
Abbey says
Love all the hacks and ideas for yogurt in there! And the photos are beautiful!
Rebecca says
thanks so much Abbey!
Patty @ Spoonabilities says
I love yogurt bowls any time of day, but it has definitely been my main breakfast go-to! This looks so good!
Rebecca says
same here! all the time! thanks
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
I love to eat yogurt every day and your yogurt bowl looks both easy and delicious which is awesome for busy peeps like us!! 🙂 Can't wait to try it!
Rebecca says
great! thanks so much
Claudia Lamascolo says
I love healthy recipes and cant find enough of the ones I like like this one. I will be making this soon for sure for me and my son he will love this too!
Rebecca says
great to hear! let me know how you both like it
Linda says
love yogurt bowls! this dairy free person will try this with coconut yogurt
Rebecca says
ohh great idea!
Carrie A Groff says
Super quick and easy! I love yogurt parfaits! I used to make them daily for my husband for lunch until he got tired of them lol Lately I've been adding greek yogurt into my overnight oats.
Sammi Haber says
I love a good yogurt bowl! These look amazing!!
Rebecca says
right?! me too! thanks!
Lauren Harris-Pincus says
What a beautiful photo! I'm a huge yogurt bowl fan!!!
Rebecca says
thanks Lauren! aren't they the best?!