3-Ingredient Granola Cups with Yogurt and Berries
Ripe banana, rolled oats, and honey come together to form a soft, chewy cup you bake right in a muffin tin — no flour, no eggs, no store-bought granola clusters required. Fill it with yogurt and fresh berries and you’ve got a grab-and-go breakfast or snack that kids can actually help make.
These are great for busy mornings since you can bake the cups ahead and just add the topping when you’re ready to eat. They also work well for after-school snacks or a light dessert, and because the base is so simple, they come together with almost no cleanup.
For more easy breakfast and snack recipes, be sure to try my Mixed Berry Oatmeal Bake, Peanut Butter and Oats Protein Bites, and Frozen Banana Snickers Bites. They’re all simple, oat- or banana-based recipes that make great make-ahead breakfasts or snacks.
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Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this 3-Ingredient Granola Cups with Yogurt and Berries:
Ingredient Notes
Rolled Oats: Stick with old-fashioned rolled oats here. They hold their shape better than quick oats and give the cups a little more chew.
Banana: Use a banana that is very ripe, with plenty of brown spots. It mashes smoother and brings more natural sweetness.
Raw Honey: Regular honey or maple syrup both work. For a fully vegan version, use maple syrup.
Yogurt: Greek yogurt is a thick, protein-rich choice, but any yogurt you like will work.
Berries: Fresh strawberries and blueberries work best. If using frozen berries, thaw and pat them dry so the cups do not turn watery.
Recipe Variations
Make It Vegan: Use maple syrup instead of honey and choose a dairy-free yogurt.
Add Protein or Chocolate: Stir vanilla protein powder or mini chocolate chips into the oat mixture before shaping the cups.
Change the Toppings: Try mango, kiwi, or peaches, then add granola or chopped nuts for extra crunch.
How To Make 3-Ingredient Granola Cups with Yogurt and Berries: Step by Step
Here are quick visual instructions. Be sure to check out the full instructions with exact ingredients in the printable recipe card below.
Step 1: Mash the ripe banana in a medium bowl until smooth.
Step 2: Add the rolled oats and honey to the mashed banana.
Step 2: Stir until the oats are evenly coated and the mixture holds together.
Step 3: Press the mixture firmly into the bottoms and up the sides of six greased muffin cups.
Step 5: After chilling, bake the cups at 350°F for 30 minutes, then cool them in the pan.
Step 7: Spoon yogurt into each completely cooled granola cup.
Step 7: Top with strawberries and blueberries and serve right away.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Grease the muffin tin thoroughly, then press the oat mixture firmly and evenly up the sides so thin spots do not crack.
Let the baked cups cool completely before adding yogurt, or the filling can soften and run.
Fill with yogurt and berries just before serving, and loosen the cups gently with a small offset spatula or the back of a spoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Bake and cool the oat cups, then store them in an airtight container. Add the yogurt and berries right before serving so the cups stay firm.
Rolled oats hold together better, but quick oats work in a pinch. The cups will be a little softer.
Store unfilled oat cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. Once filled, they are best eaten right away.
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3-Ingredient Granola Cups with Yogurt and Berries
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 banana ripe
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1 cup yogurt of your choice
- strawberries for serving
- blueberries for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mash the banana until smooth.
- Add the oats and honey to the mashed banana and mix until well combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly among 6 cups of a greased muffin pan. Press it firmly into the bottom and up the sides of each cup to form a cup shape.
- Freeze the muffin tray for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the cups for 30 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before gently removing the cups.
- Fill each cup with yogurt and top with strawberries and blueberries. Serve immediately.
Notes
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