Description
These Breakfast Granola Cups are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. Made with rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, these cups are baked to a perfect golden crisp and then filled with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh mixed berries. They make an easy, make-ahead breakfast or snack option packed with fiber, protein, and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
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Granola Cups
- 3 cups rolled oats (not instant)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts, or a mix)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup seeds (pumpkin, sunflower, chia, or flax)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1/2 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
Optional Toppings
- A drizzle of honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness
- A sprinkle of granola for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin thoroughly with cooking spray or melted coconut oil, or alternatively, use silicone muffin liners for easy release.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, seeds, and salt. Toss these together well to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until everything is coated and the mixture feels sticky and holds together.
- Form Granola Cups: Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the granola mixture into each muffin cup. Press firmly into the bottom and up the sides of each cup to create a sturdy, well-like shape perfect for holding fillings.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes or until the granola cups turn a beautiful golden brown color and feel firm to the touch.
- Cool Completely: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the granola cups to cool completely in the tin on a wire rack—this will take at least 30 minutes to ensure they set properly.
- Remove Cups: Carefully use a knife or spatula to loosen the edges of each granola cup, then gently lift them out of the tin to avoid breaking.
- Prepare Filling: While the cups cool, combine Greek yogurt and mixed berries in a bowl. Add a drizzle of honey or maple syrup if you prefer extra sweetness and mix gently.
- Assemble: Spoon the yogurt and berry mixture into the cooled granola cups, filling each generously.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle additional granola, more berries, or drizzle some honey on top to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Serve or Store: Serve the granola cups immediately for best texture, or store them in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Enjoy a wholesome, portable breakfast or snack anytime!
Notes
- You can customize the nuts and seeds according to your preference or dietary needs.
- Use either honey or maple syrup as a natural sweetener; both work equally well.
- Ensure the granola cups cool completely before removing to maintain their shape and prevent crumbling.
- For a vegan option, substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based yogurt alternative.
- These granola cups can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days for convenient breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: granola cups, healthy breakfast, baked granola, yogurt and berries, make-ahead breakfast, wholesome snack
