Granola Breakfast Bowl

Name: Granola Breakfast Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 3 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned, not instant); 0.5 cup almonds (roughly chopped); 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds; 0.25 cup sunflower seeds; 3 tbsp coconut oil (melted); 3 tbsp maple syrup (pure); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 pinch cinnamon powder; 1 pinch salt; 2 cup yogurt (plain, thick Greek-style); 0.5 cup blueberries (fresh); 0.5 cup strawberries (hulled and sliced); 1 pcs banana (medium, sliced); 2 tbsp honey (for drizzling)

RATING

4.4/5(93)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Crunchy toasted oat clusters paired with creamy yogurt and a tumble of fresh berries. A quick, satisfying breakfast that comes together in minutes with endless topping possibilities, perfect for busy mornings or a relaxed weekend brunch.

PREP

10m

COOK

25m

SERVES

1 BOWL

744 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 7 STEPS

prep
Preheat the oven and prep the sheet.
Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
mix
Toss the dry ingredients.
In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cinnamon powder, and salt. Toss until evenly mixed.
mix
Add the wet mixture and coat evenly.
Pour melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract over the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until every oat and nut is well coated.
bake · ~25 min
Bake the granola until golden.
Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
TIPDon't stir the granola in the last 5 minutes of baking — this helps clusters form.
rest · ~20 min
Cool the granola completely.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the pan. It will crisp up as it cools.
TIPResist the urge to touch it while warm — breaking it up too early crumbles the clusters.
assemble
Assemble the breakfast bowls.
1.Spoon 0.5 cup yogurt into each of 4 bowls.
2.Top each with a generous handful of granola.
3.Arrange blueberries, sliced strawberries, and banana slices over the top.
4.Drizzle with honey and serve immediately.
serve
Serve right away.
Serve immediately while the granola stays crunchy and the fruit is fresh.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Spread the granola in a thin, even layer for consistent browning.
2
Stir only halfway through baking; leaving it untouched the last 5 minutes helps clusters form.
3
Let the granola cool completely on the pan before touching it — it crisps as it cools.
4
Store homemade granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
5
For extra crunch, toast the almonds and seeds separately for 2 minutes before mixing.
6
Drizzle honey just before serving to prevent the granola from softening.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

low oil

Low-oil

Replace coconut oil with an equal amount of unsweetened applesauce to reduce fat while still binding the granola — perfect for a lighter breakfast bowl.

high protein

High-protein

Swap half the oats with a mix of puffed quinoa and hemp seeds, and stir in a scoop of vanilla protein powder after baking to boost protein without sacrificing crunch.

vegan

Vegan

Omit the honey drizzle and use maple syrup in its place — the granola is already vegan, so just swap the topping for a fully plant-based bowl.

tropical

Tropical

Replace berries and banana with diced mango, toasted coconut flakes, and passion fruit pulp for a bright, island-inspired twist.

chocolate cherry

Chocolate-cherry

Mix 2 tablespoons of cacao nibs into the cooled granola and top the bowl with fresh cherries instead of berries for a rich, antioxidant-packed treat.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Why this is on our healthy list.

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Rich in Dietary Fiber

Rolled oats and almonds provide soluble and insoluble fiber that supports healthy digestion and keeps you full until lunch.

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Good Source of Healthy Fats

Almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds deliver unsaturated fats and omega-3s that support heart and brain health.

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Natural Energy Boost

The combination of complex carbs from oats, natural sugars from maple syrup and fruit, and protein from yogurt offers sustained energy without a crash.

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