Fuel your mornings without losing sleep. Sleep isn’t just for rest—it’s prime time for recovery. For fitness enthusiasts, quality shuteye can be the deciding factor between good progress and great gains. But the real challenge is squeezing in a solid breakfast when you're trying to maximise sleep too. With seasonal cherries (or substitute any berry), magnesium-rich almonds, and a protein boost, this chilled parfait is your new post-workout power move, minus the early morning hassle.
Ingredients
1 c plain Greek yoghurt (or plant-based high-protein alternative)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 T almond butter
1⁄2 t almond extract (optional)
1 c tart cherries, pitted and halved (fresh or frozen, thawed)
2 t maple syrup or honey (optional)
1⁄4 c slivered almonds
1⁄2 c granola of choice (low-sugar, high-fibre preferred)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together yoghurt, protein powder, almond butter, and almond extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, lightly mash the cherries and stir in sweetener, if using.
- In two jars or containers, layer the protein-yoghurt mixture, cherry or berry compote, almonds, and granola.
- Seal and refrigerate overnight.
Notes
Grab and go in the morning!
Yield
2 ServingsPreparation time
10 minutes