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Disco Fruit & Yogurt Party Cups

Name: Disco Fruit & Yogurt Party Cups
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 800 g Greek yogurt (2%–5%, plain); 40 g honey (or maple syrup); 5 ml vanilla extract; Zest of 1 lemon; 1 small pinch fine sea salt; 250 g strawberries, diced; 150 g blueberries; 3 kiwis (about 300 g), peeled and diced; 1 large mango (about 300 g), diced; 100 g pomegranate arils; 10 g fresh mint leaves, finely sliced; 20 ml lime juice; 15 g chia seeds; 120 g nut-free, gluten-free granola; 40 g unsweetened coconut flakes; 40 g pumpkin seeds; Extra honey, to drizzle (optional); 8–10 clear party cups (180–200 ml each)

Festive, make-ahead fruit-and-yogurt cups with crunchy, nut-free toppers—perfect for a DIY party parfait bar or a colorful dessert spread.

VegetarianGluten-Free🥜Nut-Free

Vibrant layered fruit and yogurt parfait cups with coconut and seeds on a festive table.

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

5 min

Total Time

25 min

Servings

Cue the glitter ball: these fruit-and-yogurt party cups are tiny dance floors for your spoon—bright layers, confetti pomegranate, and a crunchy finale that keeps the groove going. They’re ideal for a crowd, a DIY parfait bar, or that friend who always brings a playlist and an appetite.

Mediterranean vibes meet modern party snacking—lush Greek yogurt gets a citrusy lift, while mint-kissed fruit shines like neon under the lights. A quick toast of coconut and seeds brings a warm, nut-free crunch, and chia lightly glosses the fruit like a backstage stylist. Historically, parfaits began as a French frozen dessert—“parfait” literally means “perfect”—and these cups riff on that spirit, minus the fuss and ice cream churners.

Build, layer, dance, repeat. Whether you pre-assemble for a polished spread or set out bowls for a mix-and-match station, these cups deliver color, freshness, and just enough sweetness to keep the party in full swing.

Ingredients

Choose ripe, colorful fruit and a creamy yogurt base; keep the crunchy bits dry until the last minute for maximum snap.

800 g Greek yogurt (2%–5%, plain)
40 g honey (or maple syrup)
5 ml vanilla extract
Zest of 1 lemon
1 small pinch fine sea salt
250 g strawberries, diced
150 g blueberries
3 kiwis (about 300 g), peeled and diced
1 large mango (about 300 g), diced
100 g pomegranate arils
10 g fresh mint leaves, finely sliced
20 ml lime juice
15 g chia seeds
120 g nut-free, gluten-free granola
40 g unsweetened coconut flakes
40 g pumpkin seeds
Extra honey, to drizzle (optional)
8–10 clear party cups (180–200 ml each)

Nutrients

fibergood
From fruit, chia, and seeds
calciumhigh
From Greek yogurt
proteingood
From Greek yogurt and seeds
vitamin Asource
From mango and kiwi
vitamin Cexcellent
From berries, kiwi, mango, and citrus
potassiumsource
From fruit and yogurt

Instructions

Layer for contrast: juicy fruit, tangy yogurt, then a last-minute shower of crunch so it stays crisp.

1
Whisk the yogurt, honey, vanilla, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth and silky. Chill while you prep the fruit.
2
In a bowl, combine strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, mango, pomegranate, mint, lime juice, and chia seeds. Toss gently and let stand 5 minutes to gloss and lightly thicken.
3
Toast coconut flakes and pumpkin seeds in a dry pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Cool, then mix with the nut-free, gluten-free granola.
4
Assemble each cup: add a spoonful of fruit (about 2 tablespoons), top with 3–4 tablespoons of yogurt, then repeat for a second layer.
5
Finish with a generous sprinkle of the crunchy mix and a few extra pomegranate arils. Drizzle with honey if you like.
6
Serve immediately, or refrigerate up to 6 hours. If making ahead, keep the crunchy topping separate and add just before serving.
7
Party bar option: set out bowls of yogurt, fruit, and crunch with cups and let guests build their perfect layers.

Chef's Tip

A tiny pinch of salt in the yogurt sharpens sweetness and makes fruit flavors pop—don’t skip it.

Fun Fact

Parfait means “perfect” in French; in the Mediterranean, pomegranates are a festive symbol of good luck and abundance.

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