This easy Hot Cross Bun Trifle recipe is a delightful way to enjoy a seasonal treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert! With its fresh raspberries and simple layers of Greek yogurt, Homemade Chia Jam and cubes of hot cross buns, you can whip this up in no time. This Raspberry Easter Parfait is ideal for a Breakfast Meal Prep or simple Easter brunch.
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Why you'll love this recipe
Easter recipe. This raspberry Easter parfait is a fun and festive way to use leftover hot cross buns. If you're up for other Easter Recipes check out Easter Egg Cookies and Hot Cross Buns French Toast Bake.
Brunch. Perfect for a springtime brunch, this parfait is light yet satisfying, pairing beautifully with other options like Asparagus Ham Frittata and Carrot Cake Baked Oats.
No Cook Breakfast. Forget the stove! This no-bake Breakfast makes life easier, especially when you could be enjoying time with loved ones; consider Carrot Cake Overnight Oats or Frozen Berry Overnight Oats for more delicious options.
Single Serve. This parfait is perfect so everyone can have their own, much like our Single Serve French Toast or Gingerbread Smoothie.
Ingredients
Hot cross buns. These sweet spiced buns provide a delicious base and seasonal touch to your parfait.
I used Raspberry and White Chocolate ones to maintain the theme of the raspberry. But, the flavour of them wasn't overpowering and you could use any hot cross buns you like.
Jam. I use my Homemade raspberry chia jam as it's a more nutritious option than store-bought, especially for a breakfast recipe.
Fresh raspberries. Bursting with flavour and really add a good tang. Look for raspberries that are plush and rich in the red colour to ensure they're fresh.
Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt packs in extra protein helping you stay fuller for longer (very important for a Breakfast Meal Prep).
Please check the recipe card for full list of ingredients and quantity. See below for substitutions and variations.
How to make
Step 1: Slice the hot cross buns into cubes.
Step 2: Layer half of the hot cross buns in a glass, followed by a layer of Greek yogurt, fresh raspberries, and homemade raspberry chia jam; repeat the layers to finish it off.
Top Tip
Presentation. For a beautiful presentation, use clear glasses to showcase the vibrant layers; it makes the dessert even more enticing!
Leftover hot cross buns. This recipe is perfect for those leftover and slightly stale hot cross buns as the yogurt and fruit help to soften them back up.
Substitutions and variations
Hot cross buns. If you can't find hot cross buns, any sweet bread will work great here. Just add a pinch of cinnamon to mimic the classic flavour.
Homemade raspberry chia jam. Feel free to swap in any jam or preserve you love; just make sure it’s thick enough to hold its shape.
Greek yogurt. You can replace it with dairy-free yogurt if you prefer. My partner used a coconut yogurt for his and it was a great addition to the raspberry. I would recommend a thick variety of yogurt so you still get those stunning layers.
Recommended Equipment
For this recipe, using clear cups or glasses (I actually used Overnight Oat Jars) is ideal to highlight the beautiful layers of your raspberry Easter parfait, so choose something that showcases your creation!
Can trifle be made in advance?
Yes. You can keep the assembled parfaits in the fridge, covered, for up to 3 days. The hot cross buns will gradually get softer under the yogurt and jam so if you're not a fan of the "mushy" texture, I would suggest eating earlier.
Or, you can prepare the ingredients beforehand (especially the Homemade Chia Jam) and hot cross buns, then assemble when you want to eat.
Can parfait be frozen?
I wouldn't recommend freezing as the yogurt and chia jam have quite a lot of moisture and will change the texture too much
If you want more meal prep information, check out my Meal Prep for Beginners post and my Meal Prep Basics E-Book.
FAQs
Yes, frozen raspberries can work, just be aware they may be softer once thawed and cause more moisture to go through the parfait (which could make it slightly more soggy, especially if storing in the fridge overnight)
Any sweet bread will do—just add a pinch of cinnamon and maybe some raisins/sultanas to replicate that classic hot cross bun flavour!
Assembled parfaits can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, so you can make them in advance!
Other easy Easter recipe ideas
Or, you can have a browse through my Easter Recipes for more delicious eats.
Recipe
Raspberry Easter Parfait (Hot Cross Bun Trifle)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 regular hot cross buns, cubed, See note 1
- 240 g (1 cups) Greek yogurt, or dairy-free alternative. See note 2
- 50 g (¼ cups) jam, or use use my homemade raspberry chia jam,
- 50 g (½ cups) raspberries , fresh recommended. See note 3
Instructions
- Slice the 2 regular hot cross buns into cubes.
- Layer half of the hot cross buns in a glass, followed by a layer of Greek yogurt, fresh raspberries, and homemade raspberry chia jam; repeat the layers to finish it off.
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