This fun, fresh recipe used purchased lemon muffins in a whole new way: Overnight Lemon Muffin Breakfast Trifles! Cubed muffins are layered with yogurt, fresh berries and topped with some crunchy granola for a satisfying gluten-free breakfast, snack or lighter dessert!
This post is sponsored as part of Boulder Locavore’s ongoing partnership with Udi’s Gluten Free. All opinions are my own.
Summer is a funny time for breakfast in my house. The tried-and-true choices during the busy school year go out the window. Everyone gets up at different times. No one wants to cook anything for breakfast. We need light and filling options to fuel our busy summer days.
Overnight Lemon Muffin Breakfast Trifles are our current go to favorite and I think you’ll love them too! AND you can make them the night before so no pressure to get up early to get breakfast on the table.
We love Udi’s Lemon Muffins for the light bright flavor. I had the idea to cut them into cubes and mix them with summery berry yogurt, some perfectly ripened strawberries and blueberries and topped with a bit of crunchy Udi’s granola. The star of my summer breakfast table was born!
When I first made these, it did not dawn on me that they are perfectly color coordinated for July 4th too! If you have a busy holiday planned or out of town guests, Overnight Lemon Muffin Breakfast Trifles are a perfect solution. They can be made the night before so take no time in the morning to get them ready. If guests are on different schedules, they can grab one from the fridge when they want one, OR grab one to go. They make a wonderful snack or healthier dessert too. Overnight Red, White and Blue Berry French Toast Breakfast Casserole is another option perfect for a crowd.
I love the combination of strawberry and lemon which is why I added strawberry yogurt. You can change these up to include your favorite yogurt flavor or other types of berries or fruit. The flexibility keeps things interesting and a good solution for everyone’s preferences. On the Go Granola-Yogurt-Fruit Breakfast Parfaits are another family favorite!
My favorite jars to make these Overnight Lemon Muffin Breafkast Trifles in are Weck .5 liter mold jars. I love the shape and the sealing is great with a rubber gasket and glass lid. They are so pretty to serve guests!
How to make Overnight Lemon Muffin Breakfast Trifles:
Overnight Lemon Muffin Breakfast Trifles
This easy layered recipe makes a perfect, unexpected breakfast especially when serving guests. Layered cubes of Udi's Gluten Free Lemon Muffins, strawberry yogurt, fresh berries topped with gluten-free granola are a great mix of flavor and substance to fuel the day.
Ingredients listed per breakfast trifles. Multiple ingredients for the number of servings required.
Ingredients
- 1 Udi's Gluten Free Lemon Muffin chopped into 3/4-inch cubes, then divided
- 1 6 ounce container Strawberry Yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh Mixed Berries rinsed and patted dry with a paper towel, then divided
- 1 tablespoon Udi's Gluten Free Vanilla Granola
- 1 pint Jar
Instructions
Add a small spoonful of yogurt to the bottom of the glass jar. Add half of the muffin cubes to the jar.
Add half of the remaining yogurt and half the berries on top of the muffin cubes.
Add the remaining muffin cubes, the remaining yogurt and berries and top with the granola. Seal and refrigerate overnight. Also may be eaten immediately.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
OMG, this is the best breakfast idea ever! I can’t wait to make this. It looks so good!
Bill Sweeney says
That sounds delicious. Lemon muffins are my favorite type, so I know I’m going to love this. It sounds like a great way to start the day.
Brandie says
pinning this one!
Meagan says
This sounds so amazing! This would be great for a girls brunch.
Pam says
These are so cute and patriotic. I love trifles because they look like you tried hard, but they’re actually so easy.
Liz Mays says
This is definitely a good way to start your day. I’m loving all of the fruit flavors together with the muffins!
robin rue says
Lemon is one of my favorites and I just know this one is out of this world. I am looking forward to trying it.
Amy says
These look so delicious and exactly like what I love. I think a Udis makes some delicious gluten free baked goods.
Kelly Hutchinson says
This is so perfect for me. I love berries and lemon muffins are a favorite. This would be the best breakfast!
Theresa says
This looks like my kid of breakfast! I love the summer berry and lemony flavor combination here.
Kristi says
What a delicious breakfast idea! I am pinning this and making it this summer. Yum!
Liz says
What a brilliant idea to use muffins for a breakfast trifle! These are beautiful!
Jeanette says
This look heavenly! I love these desserts! They are easy to make and easy to bring them with! I love anything lemon! It is so refreshing!
Kathy says
This looks amazing! I love having trifle. I can’t wait to give your recipe a try. It will be a hit with the family I’m sure.
reesa says
I just love how these sound! I am going to give these a try for sure! Never thought to use muffins instead of oats.
Toni Dash says
It was an ‘a ha’ moment for me too Reesa. Then I wondered why I’d never thought of it before now!
Claudia Krusch says
This recipe is sure to be a hit with my kids. I am always looking for new breakfast ideas to make.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
It looks amazing! I love the colors in the cup but most of all, I love how healthy it is. It’s definitely what you want to have for breakfast. I love having fresh berries in treats like this. SO GOOD!
Nellie Blazina says
Can’t go wrong with a delicious parfait. My kids would Love these!
Wendy Polisi says
I love Udi’s products! They are much nicer than most gluten-free options. Plus, this delicious breakfast option is just n excuse to use them!
Sarah says
This looks awesome! I love to find tasty breakfast ideas for myself and the kids.
Janeane Davis says
Wow, this looks and sounds delicious. I am glad I read this before my trip to the supermarket so that I can get the ingredients and make ti right away.
Amanda Love says
Strawberry with a citrus flavor is always a good combination, love that you added it with lemon. This is definitely a breakfast recipe that I will enjoy!
krystal says
These are just too gorgeous! I love that they are easy to serve. I would like to make these for a fun brunch!
Stacie says
This would be delicious for breakfast. I love the combination of lemon muffins with the fruit.
Tara says
Never thought about having trifle for breakfast. What a fantastic recipe. Can’t wait to make this.
Victoria says
This recipe looks delicious and super easy to make! Need to pin so that I remember to make during really busy school days!
Kiwi says
This looks amazing. The presentation is amazing and I would love this for breakfast soon!
Carol Burgess says
Everything looks so yummy. Now I’m hungry
Amanda Eisenstein says
I’m definitely going to try this for the days when I have to get out of the house in a hurry!
Veronica says
This all looks so delicious. And perfect for summer
Angela Milnes says
Omg. It really looks a yummy breakfast and I really want to try this and it makes me hungry right now.
Carol Cassara says
Looks divine! I like that you used lemon muffin, it certainly adds more flavor and it’s a great combination with berries. This recipe is a must try!
Makeba Giles says
I love this! A perfectly light and healthy breakfast options – especially for the summer months! I’ll have to give this a try!