Description
Mini granola cups are small, crunchy, and delicious bite-sized treats made from oats, nuts, honey, and other wholesome ingredients, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on the go.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, and salt.
- In a separate small bowl, mix honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the mini muffin tin cups to form small cup shapes.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before removing from the tin.
- Optional: Fill the cups with yogurt, fresh fruit, or nut butter before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the mixture is pressed firmly into the muffin tin to help the cups hold their shape.
- Store the granola cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Customize with your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits.
- For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini granola cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
