Description
These Healthy Granola Cups are a delicious, energy-packed breakfast made with oats, nuts, and honey. Easy to customize and perfect for meal prep, they’re a nutritious grab-and-go option. Gluten-free and dairy-free adaptable!
Ingredients
Scale
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds
- ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- ¼ cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
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Wet Ingredients:
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Filling & Toppings:
- Yogurt or nut butter
- Fresh fruit (berries, banana slices, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine oats, nuts, cinnamon, and chia seeds.
- Melt Wet Ingredients: In a saucepan, heat honey (or maple syrup) and coconut oil until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients, mixing well for an even coat.
- Shape Cups: Firmly press the mixture into the muffin tin, forming cup shapes.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Let them cool completely before removing.
- Add Filling: Spoon yogurt, nut butter, or preferred filling into each granola cup.
- Top & Serve: Garnish with fresh fruit and enjoy!
Notes
- Chocolate Lovers: Add dark chocolate chips for a sweet touch.
- Nut-Free: Replace nuts with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.
- Vegan-Friendly: Use maple syrup instead of honey and dairy-free yogurt.
- High-Protein: Mix in a scoop of protein powder for an extra energy boost.
- Savory Option: Use unsweetened granola and fill with cottage cheese or avocado.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: granola cups, healthy breakfast, meal prep, gluten-free, dairy-free