Healthy Granola Cups with Yogurt

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These healthy granola cups are a convenient way to plan ahead for busy days. Mix a few ingredients and pop them in the oven, and you have a quick and healthy breakfast for those mornings when you don’t have much time.

The best thing about this granola cup recipe is that your main ingredients are natural and healthy, including some “superfoods” like chia seeds and honey!

Nutritional Data for Healthy Granola Cups

Here are some interesting nutritional facts about the four main ingredients for your healthy granola cups:

Oats: Oats are a popular whole grain known for their nutritional value and versatility. They are a good source of dietary fiber, which can aid in digestion and help regulate blood sugar levels. Oats also contain essential nutrients like manganese, phosphorus, magnesium, and B vitamins. They are often praised for their beta-glucans, a type of soluble fiber that may help lower cholesterol levels.

Honey: Honey is a natural sweetener produced by bees from the nectar of flowers. While it’s primarily composed of sugars (fructose and glucose), honey also contains trace amounts of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Raw and unfiltered honey might have more beneficial compounds due to its minimal processing. Honey has been used for its potential antimicrobial and soothing properties, especially in traditional medicine.

Chia Seeds: Chia seeds are small black or white seeds that pack a nutritional punch. They are rich in dietary fiber, providing both soluble and insoluble types that support digestive health. Chia seeds are also a source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and inflammation reduction. Additionally, they offer protein, antioxidants, and various vitamins and minerals like calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus.

Coconut: Coconut is a versatile fruit that contains healthy fats, including medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are rapidly absorbed and can provide a quick source of energy. Coconut is also rich in fiber, vitamins (like C and some B vitamins), and minerals (such as potassium).

Let’s look at how to combine all these ingredients (and a few more) to make delicious and hearty breakfast granola cups! This recipe makes 12 granola cups. They will stay fresh for 7 days in a tightly closed container in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve them for breakfast, simply add yogurt and fresh seasonal fruit. (If you’re looking for an extra healthy punch, try plain Greek yogurt, which is high in protein and has no added sugars.)Top of Form

Ingredients for Healthy Granola Cups:

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• 1 ½ cups quick oats
• 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/3 cup brown sugar 
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 2 tbsp coconut oil
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• Yogurt, for serving
• Fruit, for serving  

Instructions for Healthy Granola Cups

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin. You can also use silicone baking cups or paper muffin holders. 

2. Microwave the honey so it is softer to mix with the granola. 

3.  In a medium bowl, place the oats, chia seeds, coconut, coconut oil, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and honey. 

4. Mix all ingredients for the healthy granola cups together extremely well.

5. Scoop the granola mixture into the muffin tin and shape along the entire muffin tin. Use a shot glass and press it into the middle of the mixture.

6. Bake granola cups for 13-15 minutes or until golden brown.  Remove them from the oven and push the shot glass into the middle if it needs to be remolded.  Allow the cup to cool in the tin for 45 minutes.

7.  Fill each healthy granola cup with any kind of yogurt and fruit. 

More Breakfast Ideas

Here are a few more recipes for a healthy breakfast:

These chilled berry breakfast bars are packed with protein-laden yogurt, lots of fresh berries, and crunchy granola for energy! And they require similar ingredients to the healthy granola cups, so you might be able to prepare both at the same time.

This three-ingredient recipe for Pani Popo (Samoan Coconut Rolls) is the South Pacific equivalent to cinnamon buns–warm, fluffy rolls coated in a delicious, sweet coconut sauce.  Though Pani Popo originally hails from Samoa, it is a popular dish in Hawaii as well.

This old-fashioned sausage gravy and biscuits recipe is a terrific option when you want to enjoy breakfast for dinner!

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