Description
These Breakfast Granola Cups are a nutritious and delicious way to start your day, combining rolled oats, nut butter, honey, and a mix of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits baked into convenient, golden-brown cups. Perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup seeds (chia or flaxseed)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins or cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the granola cups.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Stir thoroughly to distribute all ingredients evenly.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup) and nut butter until you achieve a smooth, cohesive mixture.
- Combine Both Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well to coat everything evenly. Stir in the dried fruit gently to incorporate.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Grease a muffin tin lightly to prevent sticking.
- Form Granola Cups: Press about two tablespoons of the granola mixture firmly into each muffin cup, shaping each into a cup-like form.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the granola cups turn golden brown and set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the cups to cool completely before carefully removing them from the muffin tin to maintain their shape.
Notes
- You can substitute nut butter types (almond or peanut) and dried fruits (raisins or cranberries) based on personal preference.
- Ensure you press the mixture firmly into the muffin tin cups to help the granola cups hold their shape after baking.
- Store granola cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Adding a touch of vanilla extract can enhance the flavor profile.
