Hi, Friends!

If you're looking for a breakfast or snack that feels a little fancy but takes almost zero effort, yogurt cups are about to become your new obsession.

These easy granola yogurt cups are essentially a yogurt bowl but in a cute grab-and-go form. They're wholesome, customizable, and honestly kind of fun to make. Whether you're prepping for a busy week or just want something fresh and satisfying, this recipe delivers every single time.

The whole thing comes together in just 20 minutes. You bake the granola cups for 15 minutes, then fill, top, and enjoy. The base is made with just 3 simple ingredients: oats for fiber and heart health, peanut butter for protein, and maple syrup for natural sweetness, plus some optional spices for extra flavor. For those mornings when you're rushing out the door but want a healthy breakfast, these are your best friend.

For the granola cup base (makes 6 cups):

- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats

- 1/3 cup peanut butter

- 3 tablespoons maple syrup

- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but recommended)

- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional but recommended)

- Pinch of salt

- Coconut oil, for greasing the muffin pan

For the filling and toppings:

- 1 cup yogurt of your choice (dairy or non-dairy)

- Fresh fruit: blackberries, strawberries, kiwi, blueberries

- Chia seeds (optional, for extra nutrients)

Rolled oats work best in this recipe. Peanut butter holds the granola cups together. Feel free to substitute another nut or seed butter if needed, such as almond butter, hazelnut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter. Maple syrup adds natural sweetness. Vanilla extract is optional but recommended to bring out the flavors, and cinnamon is great for adding a subtle warmth.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease 6 cavities of a muffin pan with coconut oil. Add the rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl and mix until combined. Press the mixture firmly into each muffin cavity, shaping it up the sides to form a cup. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cups cool completely in the pan before removing them. Once cooled, it's time to assemble. Add your favorite yogurt into each granola cup, then top with fruit, chia seeds, and other desired toppings.

Topping Ideas

Top these granola cups with a variety of mixed berries and a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra nutrients. Other topping ideas include shredded coconut, chocolate chips, or a drizzle of your favorite nut butter. Filling the cups with non-dairy yogurt and fresh fruit makes for a light and sweet breakfast or snack option. You can also add almond butter, chocolate chips, and shredded coconut for a more satisfying option.

Notes and Tips

Add the yogurt into the cups just when you're about to eat them. If the yogurt sits in them too long, it will make the granola cups soften. Use your favorite yogurt to fill the granola cups. Non-dairy yogurt works beautifully here, such as Forager Project cashew milk yogurt. If your cups turn out crumbly and don't hold their shape well, make sure to press the mixture very firmly into the muffin cavities before baking, and allow them to cool fully before removing. A silicone muffin pan can also help with easy removal.

These yogurt cups are the kind of recipe that looks impressive but asks very little of you. Once you've made a batch, you'll understand the appeal right away. Mix up the toppings each time, try different yogurt flavors, and make it your own. Give this recipe a try and let us know which topping combo is your favorite!