Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits

Hi Friends! Who is looking for a delicious, creamy, fruit and honey-sweetened yogurt parfait? One that is easy to make, and perfect to make as a project with your little loved ones? 

These Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits are just the ticket, for a healthy and delicious dessert or afternoon treat that will keep you satisfied until dinner rolls around. With spring peeking out from under winter skies, we will all see and enjoy more outdoor time. And all this increased activity usually means increased appetites. Fortunately it is always easier to say yes to the request for a treat when they are made from wholesome ingredients. 

All this tasty fruit and yogurt parfait needs is some fruit, yogurt and a touch of honey. Most likely ingredients you already have in your pantry. Plus this is the prefect recipe to let your young cook's helpers help with! Not only will they get a wholesome treat, they will begin to learn hot to cook food they want to eat. 

Speaking for myself, saying yes to a snack for my children and now my children wasn't about eating, it was really more about eating healthy foods when hungry. And let's be honest, kids are always hungry. So make what your keep in your pantry the food you want to your kids and grandkids to actually eat. Making it look delicious is really quite easy...these Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits are proof of that! 

Some additional thoughts on this recipe:

You will want ripe bananas, the ones with a few spots. The sweet fruit adds to the flavor of the creamy yogurt. 

Out of kiwi? Strawberries make a grand substitute! 

As do raspberries and blueberries...

Ingredients needed for this recipe:

• bananas
• kiwis
• honey yogurt

You will also need the following:

• small knife
• small plate 
• measuring cup
• serving dishes

Now we are ready to begin!

Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits

Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits
by the seat of my pants!
serves 2, simply double or triple to serve more!

1 large or 2 small very ripe bananas, chilled (put the banana into the fridge in the morning...)
1/2 c honey yogurt

1 - 2 ripe kiwi fruit depending upon the size

Peel and slice the kiwi(s). 
For garnish and presentation, cut one slice in half and set aside. 
Dice the remaining kiwi slices.
Mash the banana, fold in the honey yogurt.

Layer the banana mixture and the kiwi fruit pieces in an attractive glass serving dishes.

Top with the reserved half slices. Chill until serving time. Enjoy...

Storage options for Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

 

UPDATE:  For your convenience, a "copy and paste" version of Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits has been included below. 

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Printable "copy and paste" version:

Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits
by the seat of my pants!
serves 2, simply double or triple to serve more!

1 large or 2 small very ripe bananas, chilled (put the banana into the fridge in the morning...)
1/2 c honey yogurt

1 - 2 ripe kiwi fruit depending upon the size

Peel and slice the kiwi(s). 
For garnish and presentation, cut one slice in half and set aside. 
Dice the remaining kiwi slices.

Mash the banana, fold in the honey yogurt.

Layer the banana mixture and the kiwi fruit pieces in an attractive glass serving dishes.

Top with the reserved half slices. Chill until serving time. Enjoy...

Storage options for Creamy Banana and Kiwi Parfaits. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. 

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