No-Bake Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Peach Parfait

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A light, refreshing layered dessert featuring creamy cottage cheese and Greek yogurt with fresh peaches and a honey-almond drizzle. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, layers cottage cheese, plain Greek yogurt, ripe peaches into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 4, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 5 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup cottage cheese, 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon. Stir gently until smooth and creamy.
  2. Step 2: In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds for 3-4 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, then set aside to cool.
  3. Step 3: In serving glasses, layer one-third of the yogurt-cottage cheese mixture, followed by a layer of sliced peaches from 2 medium peaches.
  4. Step 4: Repeat layering two more times, finishing with a few peach slices on top. Drizzle 2 tbsp honey over the parfaits and sprinkle the toasted almonds evenly.
  5. Step 5: Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Peach Parfait take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (15 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover No-Bake Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Peach Parfait?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in No-Bake Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Peach Parfait?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale No-Bake Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Peach Parfait for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is No-Bake Greek Yogurt and Cottage Cheese Peach Parfait vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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