Granola Cups

Granola Cups

Ingredients:

For the granola cups:

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1/2 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the filling (optional):

• Greek yogurt, or any plant-based yogurt
• Fresh berries or other fruit (strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, etc.)
• Nut butter (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven:

   • Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or line with paper liners.

2. Mix the granola base:

   • In a large bowl, mix together the oats, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt.
   • Add the melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well combined and the mixture sticks together.

3. Form the cups:

   • Scoop the granola mixture into the muffin tin, pressing it firmly into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup to form little cups.
   • Use a spoon or your fingers to press the mixture firmly so it holds its shape after baking.

4. Bake:

   • Bake the granola cups in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
   • Once baked, remove from the oven and let them cool completely in the pan. They will firm up as they cool.

5. Add the filling:

   • Once the granola cups are cool, carefully remove them from the muffin tin.
   • Fill each cup with your desired yogurt or nut butter.
   • Top with fresh fruit, berries, nuts, or even a drizzle of honey.

Tips:

• You can make these granola cups ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
• Customize with different fillings such as chocolate chips, seeds, or flavored yogurt!

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