Fluffy Yogurt Lemon Parfait (Printable Version)

Creamy yogurt and lemon curd layered with crisp sourdough crumb topping for bright, textured enjoyment.

# What You'll Need:

→ Yogurt Layer

01 - 2 cups Greek yogurt, full-fat or 2%
02 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
03 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Lemon Curd

04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
08 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed

→ Sourdough Crumb Topping

09 - 1 cup sourdough bread, torn into small crumbs
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
11 - 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
12 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Garnish

13 - Fresh berries, optional
14 - Lemon zest, optional
15 - Fresh mint leaves, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a heatproof bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water using the double boiler method. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in butter until smooth. Allow to cool completely.
02 - In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add sourdough crumbs and brown sugar, then sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Toast while stirring frequently until golden and crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
03 - In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with honey and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
04 - In 4 glasses or jars, layer yogurt mixture, then a spoonful of lemon curd, followed by a sprinkle of sourdough crumbs. Repeat layers as desired, finishing with crumb topping.
05 - Top each parfait with fresh berries, extra lemon zest, and mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of tangy lemon, creamy yogurt, and buttery crunch in every spoonful
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Beautiful layered presentation that impresses guests without complicated techniques
  • Uses sourdough bread in an innovative way to create an irresistible crumb topping
  • Customizable sweetness and easily adaptable for dietary preferences
02 -
  • Use room temperature eggs for the lemon curd to ensure smooth, even cooking
  • Zest your lemons before juicing them—it's much easier when the fruit is whole
  • Toast the sourdough crumbs in small batches for the most even browning
  • Assemble the parfaits just before serving to keep the crumbs crispy
  • Store each component separately if making ahead, then layer when ready to serve
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