Description
These Breakfast Granola Cups are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. Made with rolled oats, nut butter, honey, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, they are packed with nutrients and perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack. Crispy and golden baked to perfection, these granola cups offer a satisfying crunch and a naturally sweet flavor.
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 oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) ensuring it reaches the right temperature before baking for even cooking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and salt thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the honey (or maple syrup) and nut butter until you get a smooth, uniform mixture.
- Combine mixtures: Pour the honey-nut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and stir well to coat all the oats and nuts with the sticky binder.
- Fill muffin tin: Grease a muffin tin to prevent sticking. Press about two tablespoons of the granola mixture firmly into each muffin cup, shaping it into a cup form.
- Bake granola cups: Bake the cups in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until they turn a golden brown color and hold together well.
- Cool and remove: Allow the granola cups to cool completely in the tin before carefully removing to avoid breakage. Enjoy immediately or store for later.
Notes
- You can swap honey for maple syrup to keep this recipe vegan.
- Feel free to use any type of nuts or seeds according to preference or availability.
- Make sure to press the mixture firmly into the muffin tin for sturdy cups that hold their shape.
- Store the granola cups in an airtight container for up to a week for freshness.
- Adding a pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavor.
