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Bircher Muesli


  • Total Time: 10 minutes (plus overnight soaking)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy, refreshing, and naturally sweet, this Bircher Muesli is the perfect make-ahead breakfast packed with oats, fresh apple, yogurt, and a hint of honey. It’s cool, satisfying, and ideal for busy mornings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 large apple, grated
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, yogurt, milk, honey, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. Grate the apple and immediately mix it into the oat mixture.
  3. Add chia seeds and half of the chopped nuts. Stir well.
  4. Transfer the mixture into jars or an airtight container, ensuring oats are submerged.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to soak.
  6. Before serving, stir well and top with remaining nuts and extra honey if desired.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a flavor boost.
  • Substitute maple syrup for a vegan sweetener.
  • Add a scoop of protein powder to make it more filling.
  • Top with fresh fruit or seeds for added texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Swiss

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Bircher muesli, overnight oats, healthy breakfast, make-ahead breakfast, Swiss muesli, apple oats