Description
Cool summer mornings find their perfect match with these frozen yogurt granola cups, blending creamy Greek yogurt and crunchy homemade granola into a refreshing breakfast or snack. Protein-packed and simple to prepare, these cups offer a delightful balance of texture and flavor that will energize you throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) granola (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) melted coconut oil or peanut butter
Filling:
- 1 ½ cups (360 milliliters) Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) vanilla extract (optional for extra flavor)
Toppings:
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.)
- Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
- Mini chocolate chips or coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by inserting silicone or paper liners to ensure easy removal of the yogurt cups.
- Create a cohesive granola base by combining granola, honey, and melted coconut oil in a mixing bowl, thoroughly blending the ingredients until they stick together.
- Distribute the granola mixture evenly among the muffin cups, using approximately 1 tablespoon per liner, and firmly compact the mixture to establish a solid, compact foundation.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the refrigerator and allow the granola base to chill and set for 10-15 minutes, which will help stabilize the crust.
- Remove the chilled tin and carefully layer Greek yogurt over the granola base, filling each cup to approximately three-quarters full.
- Embellish the yogurt surface with fresh berries, sliced almonds, or additional granola for texture and visual appeal.
- Place the filled muffin tin in the freezer and allow the yogurt cups to solidify completely, which typically takes 2-3 hours.
- Before serving, let the frozen yogurt granola cups rest at room temperature for 2-3 minutes to slightly soften, making them easier to remove from the liners.
- Gently extract the cups from the muffin tin and serve immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Ensure granola base is tightly packed to create a sturdy foundation for the yogurt cups, preventing crumbling when serving.
- Experiment with different granola types like oat-based or nut-rich varieties to customize flavor and nutritional profile.
- Freeze cups for at least 2 hours to achieve a firm, scoopable texture that holds its shape when removed from the liner.
- Swap honey for maple syrup or agave nectar to make the recipe vegan-friendly and accommodate different dietary preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg