Wild Blackberry Yogurt Parfait

Blackberries are in season, and were on sale this week. I eat them over cereal and with granola and yogurt, but I decided to take some of them and make a yogurt parfait. It's a little unique in that I added some goat cheese for a twist, so if you don't like goat cheese, just leave it out! I thought it turned out well and was quite a nice snack this afternoon! 

Wild Blackberry Yogurt Parfait

2 cups wild blackberries, divided

1/3 cup brown sugar + 2 oz water

1 cup Greek yogurt

2 T goat cheese

2 T honey

1/4 cup granola or muesli or bran flakes, etc.

Make the blackberry compote first (ideally the day before) by simmering 1 cup of the blackberries with the sugar and water over low heat until blackberries are soft and sweet, about 30 minutes. Keep checking on it and stir occasionally, taking care not to burn it! Cool completely (or refrigerate overnight)

Using a small food processor or hand mixer, cream the yogurt, goat cheese and honey. Adjust the goat cheese and honey to your taste for sharp versus sweet. 

To layer the parfait, scoop the yogurt mixture into the bottom of an 8 oz. glass. Top with blackberry compote and spread evenly over the top. Sprinkle with granola and a few wild blackberries. Serves 2. Using a small glass, this would serve 4.