Best 7 Crunchy Granola Over Plain Yogurt Middle Eastern Style Recipes

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Start your day with a delightful Middle Eastern-inspired breakfast that combines the satisfying crunch of granola with the creamy smoothness of yogurt. This recipe is not only a culinary delight but also offers a unique fusion of flavors, textures, and cultural influences. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this wholesome and delicious breakfast option, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. From selecting the right ingredients to assembling the layers of granola and yogurt, we'll provide you with expert tips and tricks to ensure a perfect balance of flavors and textures. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of Middle Eastern-style crunchy granola over plain yogurt.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRUNCHY GRANOLA OVER PLAIN YOGURT: MIDDLE EASTERN-STYLE



Crunchy Granola over Plain Yogurt: Middle Eastern-Style image

My expanded version of Family Fun's recipe for 'Crunchy Granola' with a Middle Eastern flavor. Inspired also by a delicious breakfast we enjoyed last weekend for Mother's Day at a local restaurant and which was --Tasty Dish-- approved!

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup Greek yogurt (approximately-we like Nancy's whole milk yogurt) or 1 cup plain yogurt (approximately-we like Nancy's whole milk yogurt)
rose water (I used about 1/2 teaspoon for 1 cup of plain yogurt) or orange blossom water, to taste (I used about 1/2 teaspoon for 1 cup of plain yogurt)
Agave or honey, for drizzling
4 cups rolled oats
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons pistachios
2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
1/4 cup sesame seeds
2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 2 tablespoons demerara or 1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup raw agave syrup or 1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup filtered water
3/4 cup dried fruit (I added raisins, tart cherries, medjool dates and one tablespoon barberries to equal 3/4 cup.)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
  • In a large mixing bowl, stir together the oats, wheat germ, nuts, sesame and sunflower seeds, maple syrup/demerara or brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom and salt.
  • Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the olive oil, agave or honey, and water. Toss the mixture until it is well combined, then spread it evenly on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake the granola until lightly browned, approximately 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to keep the mixture from sticking.
  • Set aside to cool completely, then stir in the dried fruit.
  • Store left over granola in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • For 1 serving: Spoon yogurt into a serving bowl. Stir the rosewater or orange blossom water into the yogurt (start with a small amount then adjust).
  • Top yogurt with some of the granola (about 1/2 cup give or take) and add a light drizzle of agave or honey.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 177.3, Carbohydrate 63.9, Fiber 11.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 15.3

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



Crunchy Granola image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup water
4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups rolled oats
2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, or slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper and reserve.
  • Combine brown sugar and water in a 4-cup microwave proof glass measuring cup or bowl. Place in microwave on high for 5 minutes and cook until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from microwave, add vanilla extract and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, nuts, and brown sugar syrup mixture. Stir until thoroughly mixed. Spread the granola onto cookie sheets and bake 45 minutes to 1 hour or until golden and crunchy.
  • When the mixture comes out of the oven, it is still very pliable. You may choose to add in dried fruit as a finishing touch at this time. When granola has cooled completely, store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 4.6 grams, Protein 7.3 grams

MIDDLE EASTERN STYLE YOGURT



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_Lebneh with Sesame and Herbs_

Yield Makes about 1 2/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups whole-milk plain yogurt
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried mint, crumbled
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
Accompaniment: toasted pita or crackers

Steps:

  • Line a sieve with a double layer of paper towels and set over a bowl. Whisk yogurt with salt and spoon into sieve. Let drain, covered and chilled, at least 12 hours and up to 24.
  • Meanwhile, toast sesame seeds in a dry small heavy skillet, shaking skillet occasionally, until golden, about 2 minutes. Whisk together oil, mint, and thyme in a bowl, then add toasted sesame seeds and chill, covered, up to 24 hours.
  • Bring sesame mixture to room temperature, then drizzle it over lebneh (thickened yogurt).

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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This crisp, lightly sweet mixture is great just eaten out of hand or as an ice cream topping. My husband and I grow wheat, barley and canola.-Lorna Jacobsen, Arrowwood, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup honey
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup salted sunflower kernels
2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the honey, oil and brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, coconut, sesame seeds and sunflower kernels. Add honey mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Spread onto two ungreased baking pans. , Bake at 300° for 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in raisins. Bake 10 minutes longer. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1148 calories, Fat 57g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 158g carbohydrate (95g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CLASSIC GRANOLA RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Granola Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: rolled oats, almond, cinnamon, salt, coconut oil, vanilla extract, maple syrup, honey, greek yogurt, assorted berry

Provided by Kahnita Wilkerson

Categories     Breakfast

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups rolled oats
½ cup almond, sliced
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons honey
greek yogurt, to serve
assorted berry, to serve

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the oats, almonds, cinnamon, salt, coconut oil, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and honey until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture onto a the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Carefully remove from the oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Break up the layer into chunks with your hands.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
  • Serve with Greek yogurt and fresh berries, if desired.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263 calories, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 10 grams

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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This granola makes a GREAT, filling snack. Good dry or with milk. It is very addictive, but it's good for you, so enjoy!

Provided by ciao4293

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 10 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup water
4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups rolled oats
1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1 cup almonds, coarsely chopped
dried fruits, if desired (I usually add cherry flavored cranberries and dates)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine brown sugar and water in a 4 cup microwave proof cup.
  • Microwave on high 5 minutes until sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Remove from microwave and stir in vanilla and salt.
  • In large mixing bowl, mix oats, nuts, and brown sugar mixture.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Spread onto cookie sheets and bake 45 minutes-1 hour until golden brown.
  • When granola has cooled completely, add fruits if you wish and store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.3, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 293, Carbohydrate 80.9, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 34, Protein 12.5

PERFECTLY CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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For those who love crunchy granola and want to know just what's in it! Be prepared to fall in love with this stuff! Serve it with fruit and yogurt or pour a little milk over it as your new favorite cereal. Store in an airtight container.

Provided by Jordy

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups brown sugar
½ cup water
¼ cup honey
¼ cup coconut oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
salt to taste
3 cups rolled oats
3 cups quick-cooking oats
2 cups chopped almonds
1 ½ cups puffed quinoa
¼ cup chia seeds
¼ cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine brown sugar, water, and honey in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until sugar is completely dissolved, about 5 minutes. Stir in coconut oil, vanilla, and salt.
  • Mix rolled oats, quick-cooking oats, almonds, puffed quinoa, chia seeds, and shredded coconut together in a large bowl. Pour in sugar mixture and mix thoroughly until granola is combined and starting to clump together.
  • Spread granola mixture no more than 3/4-inch high on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and crunchy, 35 to 45 minutes. Allow to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139.8 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 7.8 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips for Making the Best Crunchy Granola and Yogurt Bowl with a Middle Eastern Twist:

  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds: This will give your granola a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, chia seeds, and flax seeds.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Middle Eastern spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg can add a lot of flavor to your granola. You can also try adding a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness.
  • Make sure your granola is well-toasted: This will give it a nice crunchy texture. You can toast your granola in the oven or on the stovetop.
  • Use plain yogurt as the base for your bowl: This will give you a creamy and tangy base to build your bowl on.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Some good options include fresh fruit, berries, nuts, seeds, and honey.

Conclusion:

A crunchy granola and yogurt bowl with a Middle Eastern twist is a delicious and healthy way to start your day. It's packed with flavor and nutrients, and it's easy to make. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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