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High Protein Low Carb Strawberry Shortcake Protein Parfaits - Fresh, Light, and Satisfying

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Fresh strawberries (1 pound), hulled and sliced
  • Granular low-carb sweetener (like allulose, erythritol, or monk fruit), to taste
  • Pure vanilla extract
  • Plain nonfat or 2% Greek yogurt (2 to 3 cups)
  • Vanilla or unflavored whey or whey-casein blend protein powder (about 1/2 to 2/3 cup)
  • Unsweetened almond milk (a few tablespoons, as needed)
  • Almond flour (1 cup, finely ground)
  • Coconut flour (2 tablespoons, optional for texture)
  • Butter or coconut oil (2 tablespoons), melted and cooled
  • Pinch of salt
  • Lemon zest (optional, 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Whipped cream or coconut whipped topping (optional, for garnish)
  • Fresh mint (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Macreate the Strawberries: Add sliced strawberries to a bowl. Sprinkle with 1 to 2 tablespoons of your sweetener and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Toss and let sit 10 to 15 minutes until the berries release a little juice.
  2. Make the Protein Cream: In a mixing bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with protein powder. Start with 1/2 cup protein powder per 2 cups yogurt. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and a tablespoon or two of almond milk if needed to loosen. Sweeten to taste. You want it thick but spoonable.
  3. Prepare the Low-Carb Shortcake Crumble: In another bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour (if using), a tablespoon or two of sweetener, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt. Stir in melted butter or coconut oil until sandy clumps form. Taste and adjust sweetness.
  4. Toast the Crumble (Optional but Great): Spread the crumble on a parchment-lined pan and bake at 325°F (165°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring once, until lightly golden. Let cool. This step adds that toasty shortcake note.
  5. Check Texture: If the yogurt mixture thickened while resting, whisk in a splash more almond milk to keep it creamy. If the crumble feels too moist, bake another couple minutes.
  6. Assemble: In clear glasses or jars, layer a spoonful of strawberry slices and juices, a thick layer of protein cream, and a sprinkle of crumble. Repeat layers until you reach the top.
  7. Finish: Add a small dollop of whipped cream and a mint leaf if you like. Serve right away for the crispest crumble.