Granola Cups Recipe

This is a recipe with lots of “negotiable” ingredients, but I believe we can find common ground. What do I mean by negotiable ingredients? Those that make people ask, “Can I skip this?” or “Can I replace it with something else?” because they’re not found in every kitchen.

Let’s go step by step. Rolled oats are the main ingredient of granola, so they’re a must. You can find them in every supermarket. Egg whites are also essential since they hold everything together. Don’t worry, there’s no eggy smell in the recipe. I used half an avocado because I had it on hand, but since it’s nutrient-dense, it’s a great addition to granola. If you don’t have it, you can replace it with 1 tablespoon of butter. Honey is necessary for sweetness, but you can substitute it with the same amount of molasses or sugar. Instead of hazelnuts, you can use unsalted almonds, walnuts, cashews, or similar nuts. I added chia seeds for their nutritional value, but you can leave them out altogether.

For those who have never tried it, yogurt mixed with honey might sound unappealing. But for me, honey yogurt has been a snack I’ve eaten since childhood. Think of it as fruit yogurt. It’s a delicious combination.

I topped mine with peach and raspberry. You can use whatever fruit you have on hand or whatever’s in season. Just keep in mind that harder fruits like apples may not work well in this recipe. I recommend sticking with softer fruits.

You can also prepare this recipe as granola bars. Simply spread the mixture into a greased baking dish, bake, and slice it into bars.

And if you’re thinking, “I don’t want to fuss with all this, isn’t there a simple pour-and-eat granola recipe?” then you might want to check out my breakfast granola recipe.

In short, most of the ingredients don’t have perfect substitutes, but the recipe itself has plenty of alternatives.

Enjoy the recipe!

Bon Appetit...