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:
Recipe

Overnight Lemon Muffin Breakfast Trifles
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.
Sarah says
This looks awesome! I love to find tasty breakfast ideas for myself and the kids.
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!
Nellie Blazina says
Can’t go wrong with a delicious parfait. My kids would Love these!
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!
Claudia Krusch says
This recipe is sure to be a hit with my kids. I am always looking for new breakfast ideas to make.
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!
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.
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!
Liz says
What a brilliant idea to use muffins for a breakfast trifle! These are beautiful!
Kristi says
What a delicious breakfast idea! I am pinning this and making it this summer. Yum!