I love it when I make a recipe that tastes great and is healthy for you too. This Cherry-Blueberry Trifle fits the bill for both of those aspects! The creamy vanilla flavored yogurt with just the right amount of sweetness combined with the fruit and crunchy nuts and just a couple little ladyfingers fill that craving for a dessert without killing that diet!
This week the folks over at #SundaySupper are presenting you with Heart Healthy Recipes in honor of American Heart Month. Thank you to Ethel of eating in instead and Lori of Foxes Love Lemons for hosting this week.
Please note the information below is what research I have done on the health benefits of the ingredients I used and my interpretation of these benefits. All thoughts and opinions in this post are my own and are the reason I choose to include these foods in my diet.
Blueberries happen to be my favorite fruit and you really couldn’t choose a better one for your health either as far as I am concerned! They are rich in antioxidants, a good source of fiber and vitamin C as well as good for your memory. Lord knows I can use all the help I can get with my memory!
Cherries are right up there with blueberries on my likeness factor! As a little girl I was always happy if there was cherry pie around. Cherries are linked to lowering risk factors to heart disease and are also related to reducing inflammation, cholesterol, and belly fat!
What do you do to treat your heart and health better? Are you following a nutrition plan? (sounds so much better than diet, don’t you agree?) Be sure to check out the other Heart Healthy recipes linked up below from the SundaySupper Tastemakers!
- 1 cup non-fat greek yogurt
- 4 teaspoons splenda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3/4 cup blueberries
- 3/4 cup cherries
- 6 lady fingers, cut into thirds
- 1/2 tablespoon splenda brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons chopped roasted pecans
- Toss blueberries and cherries with the 1/2 tablespoon splenda brown sugar. Set aside.
- Mix yogurt, 4 teaspoons splenda, and 1 teaspoon vanilla until well combined.
- Place approximately 1/4 cup fruit in bottom of trifle bowl. Top fruit with approximately 2 tablespoons yogurt mixture. Layer with lady fingers.
- Repeat layers topping with the last bit of yogurt. Cover and refrigerate up to 12 hours.
- Prior to serving, sprinkle each parfait with 1 teaspoon pecan pieces.
Better for you breakfasts:
- Apple Pie Oatmeal by Cosmopolitan Cornbread
- Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Scones by Brunch with Joy
- Create-Your-Own Overnight Oatmeal by Rhubarb and Honey
- Orange, Mango, Lime & Ginger Smoothie by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Pear Bran Muffins by Magnolia Days
- Stovetop Fruit & Honey Granola by What Smells So Good?
Jump start your health with these appetizers and snacks:
- Almond Crusted Chicken Nuggets by Momma’s Meals
- Chipotle Black Bean Dip by Bobbi’s Kozy Kitchen
- Lemon Aioli with Spring Vegetables by Jane’s Adventures in Dinner
- Mala Baked Tofu Bites by Palatable Pastime
- Parmesan Pistachio Kale Chips by The Texan New Yorker
Soups that’ll win your heart:
- Asian Soba Noodle Broth Bowl by Hip Foodie Mom
- Kale, Spinach, and Bean Soup by Ruffles & Truffles
- Mushroom Quinoa Soup by Pies and Plots
- Quinoa Chickpea Soup with Roasted Garlic & Veggies by Sue’s Nutrition Buzz
- Turkey and Black-Eyed Peas Soup by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Veggies, Sides, & Salads your heart will thank you for:
- Collard Greens with Cumin and Paprika by Nik Snacks
- Salmon Caesar Salad by Casa de Crews
- Kale Roasted Beet Salad with Honey Balsamic Dressing by Noshing with the Nolands
- Lightened-Up Creamed Spinach au Gratin by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Roasted Teriyaki Green Beans and Mushrooms by NeighborFood
- Salmon Salad Niçoise by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Seasoned Spinach & Bok Choy by Nosh My Way
- Spinach Berry Salad by Country Girl in the Village
- Sweet & Smokey Cauliflower Salad by Take a Bite Out of Boca
- Winter Citrus Salad with Avocado-Basil Dressing by Foxes Love Lemons
Healthy is the center of attention in these main courses:
- Baked Eggplant Parmesan by A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Celeriac Noodles with Mushroom Ragu by The Joyful Foodie
- Gluten Free Roasted Chicken and Kale by Gluten Free Crumbley
- Heart Healthy Salmon Bento by The Ninja Baker
- Lemony Grilled Chicken by Peaceful Cooking
- Moroccan Salmon Tagine by Curious Cuisiniere
- Olive Oil-Poached Salmon with Pickled Cherry Salsa by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
- One Pot Mexican Quinoa by Have Fun Saving
- Oven Baked Tilapia Tacos by Sew You Think You Can Cook
- Piperies Yemistes me Pligouri – Bulgur Stuffed Peppers by Food Lust People Love
- Salmon with Mango Salsa by Cooking Chat
- Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Quinoa Bake by Food Done Light
- Vegetable and Ginger Congee by eating in instead
- Vegetarian Cuban-Style Black Beans & Rice by MealDiva
- White Bean, Corn, Tomato and Rice Skillet by Family Foodie
Staying healthy doesn’t mean giving up desserts!
- Baked Figs with Vanilla and Honey by Happy Baking Days
- Caramelized Pear Tart by PancakeWarriors
- Cherry-Blueberry Trifles by The Life and Loves of Grumpy’s Honeybunch
We heart wine.
- Wine Pairing Recommendations for Heart Healthy #SundaySupper by ENOFYLZ Wine Blog
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Ethel @eatingininstead says
February 15, 2015 at 11:29 amI agree, this looks like a perfect breakfast too!
Renee says
February 15, 2015 at 11:51 amJust the other day I was thinking about a trifle and how long it has been since I've had a good one. I really like this healthy one and I'll have to satisfy my trifle hankering with it.
Liz Berg says
February 15, 2015 at 1:19 pmI can't think of anything better to start my day—berries and yogurt! Beautiful, too.
HipFoodie Mom says
February 15, 2015 at 3:10 pmThis trifle is gorgeous!!! I love trifles with greek yogurt because you can eat and not feel guilty about anything! love!!
Laura Dembowski says
February 15, 2015 at 3:13 pmBlueberries, cherries, and nuts are some of my favorite foods too!
Tammi @ Momma's Meals says
February 15, 2015 at 3:45 pmI love these trifles! Great way to sneak in that fruit and make it fun!
Marlene Baird says
February 15, 2015 at 4:27 pmlots of great protein and healthy carbs too.
Tracy says
February 15, 2015 at 5:24 pmThat looks absolutely delicious! Love the colors and flavors!
Sue Lau says
February 15, 2015 at 6:14 pmWe love yogurt and fruit not just for dessert but also breakfast. Very wholesome!
Shannon @VillageGirlBlog says
February 15, 2015 at 6:28 pmI love cherries and this yogurt trifle looks indulgent. Yum!
Tara Noland says
February 15, 2015 at 7:25 pmLove this recipe, you can have this for breakfast and feel like you are having dessert. Love it for a heart healthy recipe!!
The Ninja Baker says
February 15, 2015 at 7:34 pm2nd try: Your trifle is indeed a splendid day starter! Congratulations on your weight loss Shelby =)
Jennifer Miller says
February 15, 2015 at 9:29 pmLove your heart healthy yogurt recipe!!!
Shaina Wizov says
February 15, 2015 at 10:51 pmI really like that you used both cherries and blueberries, the colors are beautiful and it sounds delicious!
Kimberly says
February 15, 2015 at 10:57 pmI love everything cherry … and this sounds delish too … especially for breakfast! But, I'll skip the Splenda and go with plain 'ole sugar … I just can't get on board with the fake stuff!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
February 16, 2015 at 9:54 pmI'll take two please! These look tasty!
Joy @ The Joyful Foodie says
February 17, 2015 at 6:12 pmThis could totally go for breakfast or dessert! I could go for one right now, actually. 😉
Carrie R says
February 17, 2015 at 7:38 pmThis looks amazing, and bonus points for being heart healthy too! 🙂
Lauren Everson says
February 18, 2015 at 3:04 amThis dessert is the most beautiful trifle/parfait I've seen. I'd be sneaking this sweet for breakfast!
Sandra Shaffer says
February 18, 2015 at 3:17 amThis trifle has so many of my favorites! Love Greek yogurt and blueberries together. Perfect snack!
Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says
February 18, 2015 at 3:36 amI am all over healthier recipes these days! I love this as a dessert! Great recipe, Shelby!
Erica S (EricasRecipes.com) says
February 18, 2015 at 2:31 pmwhat a nice little recipe to satisfy a sweet tooth! I love cherries and berries in yogurt
Sarah Reid says
February 20, 2015 at 1:01 amI can't wait for berries to be in season again!!