Description

These easy granola yogurt cups are a quick, healthy, and customizable snack or breakfast option. Made with a simple granola base and filled with creamy yogurt and fresh toppings, they’re perfect for make-ahead mornings, meal prepping, or a refreshing dessert. Great for both kids and adults, these yogurt cups are ready in minutes and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for grab-and-go convenience. No baking required (unless you prefer an extra crunch). Whether you’re fueling up post-workout or looking for a portion-controlled sweet treat, these granola yogurt cups check all the boxes.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups rolled oats
½ cup peanut butter, runny consistency
⅓ cup maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract, optional but recommended
½ tsp cinnamon, optional but recommended
pinch salt, optional but recommended
yogurt, for topping
fresh fruit, for topping
chia seeds, for topping

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350ºF and grease 6 cavities of a muffin pan with coconut oil.
Add the rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt to a bowl and mix until combined.
Equally divide the mixture in the greased muffin pan, then make a well in the center of each cup using your fingers or the back of a tablespoon.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until they start to turn golden brown. Let them cool in the muffin pan for 5 minutes, then use a knife to remove them from the pan. Set them on a wire rack to continue cooling.
Now, it’s time to assemble! Add your favorite yogurt into each granola cup, then top with fruit, chia seeds and other desired toppings.

Notes

Use thick yogurt (like Greek yogurt or strained regular yogurt) to prevent the granola from becoming soggy.
To help the granola base stick together, mix it with nut butter or coconut oil before pressing it into the molds.
For baked cups: Pre-bake the granola base at 325°F (165°C) for 10–12 minutes for extra firmness, then cool before adding yogurt.
Storage: Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw frozen cups in the fridge or at room temperature before eating.
Avoid overly juicy fruit if freezing, as it can release water and alter the texture.
Silicone muffin molds or liners make removal and cleanup easier.
Customize with toppings like berries, sliced bananas, shredded coconut, or a drizzle of honey.