Muesli Recipe

This homemade muesli recipe is one of my favorite cold cereals, and has been one of my go-to breakfasts for the last few months, next to this Vanilla Chia Pudding with fruit. It’s a no-fuss, gluten free muesli recipe that’s super easy and ready in under 5 minutes!

With the cooler months ahead it’s a perfect time to introduce a summer like oat breakfast cereal, leaving the hot oatmeal, like this Everyday Oatmeal, for cooler seasons. Bring on the muesli mix!

Once mixed, you have yourself a ready-made, healthy breakfast, or lunch if you will. When serving, I love the addition of fresh berries for freshness. If you feel the need to sweeten your cereal, add a teaspoon or so of maple syrup or coconut nectar over top before serving. For even more flavor, add a dash of cinnamon or vanilla powder over top, its delicious!

For storing, I use a large 1/2 gallon ball jar like these, or this one from Target, which is perfect for your large batch muesli mix. They have cup lines on the side so you can measure without having to use measuring cups. After your jar is filled, it’s pretty enough to keep on the kitchen counter!

muesli recipe

Muesli

muesli recipe

This delicious homemade muesli recipe is easy to make and customize with your favorite blend of ingredients. See notes above for ideas!

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Yield: 7

Ingredients:

  • 4 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup raw sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup raw pepitas
  • 1/4 cup raw chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Instruction:

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Combine the oats, almonds, pepitas, pecans, cinnamon, cardamom and sea salt on one large baking sheet (or divide evenly between two smaller baking sheets, see note below). Toss briefly to combine. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the nuts are fragrant.
  3. Remove the baking sheet and give the mixture a good stir. Sprinkle the coconut flakes evenly over the top of the mixture. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 3-5 minutes, or until the coconut is lightly golden. Transfer the baking sheet to a wire rack and let the mixture cool for at least 10 minutes.
  4. Either in a mixing bowl or directly on the baking sheet, add the dried fruit and toss the mixture until everything is evenly combined.
  5. Serve or store. Serve the muesli as desired and enjoy. Or let it cool completely to room temperature, then store in an airtight container for up 1 month.

5-Minute Swiss Muesli Recipe

muesli recipe

Try stirring together a batch of this no-bake 5-Minute Swiss Muesli Recipe for an easy and healthy breakfast or snack that’s ready when you need it!

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 18

Serving Size: 1 /4 cup

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 /4 cup, calories 95 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 3 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ cup wheat germ
  • ½ cup raw sliced almonds
  • ½ cup raw sunflower seeds or roasted, salted pumpkin seeds
  • ½ cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • ½ cup chopped dates

Instruction:

  1. In a large bowl, toss together all ingredients until thoroughly combined. Store in an airtight container.

DIY MUESLI RECIPE

muesli recipe

Get your berries ready for this large batch DIY Muesli Mix that’s so easy to throw together and will make your morning meal routine a breeze!

Prep: 5min

Total: 5min

Yield: 7

Nutrition Facts: servingSize

Ingredients:

  • 5 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/2 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • 1/3 cup raisins or currants
  • 1/3 cup dried blueberries
  • 1/3 cup goji berries

Instruction:

  1. 5 cups rolled oats
  2. 1 cup mixed nuts & seeds
  3. 1 cup mixed dried fruit (pref. unsweetened varieties)

Easy Homemade Muesli Recipe

muesli recipe

This Easy Muesli Recpe combines pantry staples and save you money over store-bought cereal.

Prep: 10min

Total: 10min

Yield: 12

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 184 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 4 g, Sodium 3 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 1 cup barley flakes
  • 1 cup spelt flakes
  • 1 cup kamut flakes
  • ½ cup toasted wheat germ
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup chopped dates

Instruction:

  1. Place in an airtight container until ready to use.
  2. Top with fresh berries (optional).

Gordon Ramsay’s Bircher Muesli Recipe

FAQ

How do you make muesli?

Stovetop. For hot cereal, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add 1/2 cup muesli, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 7 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 2 minutes before serving.

Is muesli just uncooked oats?

What is Muesli? Muesli is basically an untoasted granola, made with raw rolled oats and other rolled grains (if you wish) along with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. It’s not doused in any sweeteners or oils to aid in the baking process – because there is no baking process!

Is muesli healthier than oats?

Oats is rich in key nutrients, protein and fibre, but muesli has comparatively higher protein and nutrient due to presence of additional ingredients in it. But unlike oats, muesli also has added sugar which somehow eliminates all the good properties.

What’s the difference between muesli and granola?

Granola is already cooked and sweetened, so you can eat it straight out of the bag — sure, you can serve it with milk or yogurt, but that base isn’t necessary. Muesli, on the other hand, is usually soaked overnight in milk or juice and served in the morning, much like overnight oats.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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