Healthy Granola Cups Filled with Yogurt and Fresh Fruit Recipe
These delightful Granola Cups are a perfect combination of crunchy oats, creamy peanut butter, and sweet maple syrup baked to golden perfection. Filled with dairy-free yogurt and topped with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits like berries, mango, and kiwi, they make a wholesome and visually appealing breakfast or snack. Easy to prepare and completely customizable, these granola cups are sure to please both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 granola cups
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Granola Cups
- 2 cups oats
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Dash of salt
Filling and Toppings
- Dairy free yogurt (as needed for filling)
- Strawberries, sliced
- Raspberries
- Blueberries
- Blackberries
- Mango, diced
- Kiwi, sliced
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a dash of salt. Mix thoroughly, preferably using your hands to ensure an even, sticky mixture.
- Prepare Muffin Pan: Lightly grease six muffin holes with coconut oil. This step is crucial for easy removal of the granola cups once baked.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Evenly divide the granola mixture among the six muffin holes.
- Shape Cups: Use your fingers or a spoon to press and shape the granola into little cups, making sure to form a hollow in the center for the filling.
- Bake: Place the muffin pan in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20 minutes until golden and firm.
- Cool: Allow the granola cups to cool completely for at least 30 minutes in the pan. This cooling time helps them set and prevents them from falling apart.
- Remove Cups: Carefully run a butter knife or fork along the edges of each cup to loosen them from the pan, then gently lift them out.
- Fill and Top: Fill each granola cup with a spoonful of dairy-free yogurt and layer with your choice of fresh fruits like strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, mango, and kiwi. Serve immediately or chilled.
Notes
- Greasing the muffin pan well is key to easily removing the granola cups without breaking.
- You can customize the fruit toppings according to seasonal availability and preference.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Ensure the granola cups are completely cooled before removing to maintain their shape.
- These cups can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
