Description
Cool summer snacks reach new heights with these frozen yogurt granola cups, blending creamy yogurt and crunchy granola into perfect handheld treats. Refreshing and simple, these cups offer a delightful balance of flavors that will satisfy sweet cravings on warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups granola (store-bought or homemade)
- 1.5 cups Greek yogurt (vanilla or plain)
Binding/Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional for extra flavor)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
Topping Ingredients:
- Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, etc.)
- Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pistachios)
- Mini chocolate chips or coconut flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the muffin tin by lining with silicone or paper liners, creating a smooth surface for the granola base.
- Combine granola with honey and melted coconut oil in a mixing bowl, stirring until the mixture becomes cohesive and slightly sticky.
- Distribute the granola mixture evenly into each muffin cup, using the back of a spoon to compress and create a firm, compact foundation.
- In a separate bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with honey and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully layer the yogurt mixture over the granola base, ensuring an even distribution in each cup.
- Enhance the cups with a decorative and flavorful topping of fresh berries, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips, creating visual appeal and added texture.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the freezer, allowing the cups to solidify completely for approximately 2-3 hours.
- When ready to serve, remove the tin from the freezer and let the cups rest briefly at room temperature to soften slightly.
- Gently extract the frozen yogurt cups from the liners and enjoy immediately.
- Store any remaining cups in an airtight container in the freezer for future enjoyment, maintaining their quality for up to one month.
Notes
- Customize the granola base by using your favorite granola blend or making a homemade version for a more personalized touch.
- Swap honey with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan-friendly alternative that adds unique flavor profiles.
- Use non-fat Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt to create lighter, dietary-specific versions of these frozen treats.
- Experiment with different toppings like chia seeds, shredded coconut, or dried fruit to add extra nutrition and crunch to your cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg