Indulge in the tantalizing world of granola cupcakes, where the wholesome essence of oats meets the delightful sweetness of baked goodness. These delightful treats are not just a burst of flavor but also a symphony of textures, offering a satisfying crunch from the granola and a tender, moist crumb from the cupcake itself. Whether you're craving a nutritious breakfast option, an afternoon snack, or a delectable dessert, granola cupcakes are the perfect choice for any occasion. With endless possibilities for variations, from classic to creative flavor combinations, let's embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe that will satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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GRANOLA CUPCAKES
Betty Crocker® FUN da-Middles™ cupcake mix and Nature Valley® granola thins come together in these delicious cupcakes - a distinctive dessert treat.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups. While granola thins are still in pouches, finely crush 2 pouches with hands.
- Make cupcake mix as directed on box, using water, oil and eggs and adding wheat germ. Squeeze filling into bowl. Stir in finely crushed granola and vanilla. Fill muffin cups with batter and filling as directed.
- Bake 24 to 29 minutes or until surface of cupcakes appears dry. Cool 20 minutes; remove cupcakes from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
- In large bowl, beat cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, half-and-half and salt with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and spreadable. Frost cupcakes. Coarsely crush remaining 2 pouches granola thins with hands. Sprinkle over cupcakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 362, Carbohydrate 51 g, Fat 3, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 345 mg
GRANOLA PARFAIT CUPS
Provided by Nancy Fuller
Time 50m
Yield 12 to 18 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray the wells of a 12-cup shallow muffin tin with nonstick spray; set aside.
- In a large bowl, stir the oats, pecans, sunflower seeds, honey, olive oil, 2 tablespoons of the maple syrup and a pinch of salt until completely combined. Press 2 heaping tablespoons in each well of the prepared muffin tin, pressing to go up the sides (if you have additional granola, use an additional muffin tin). Bake until golden and crisp, 15 to 18 minutes. Let cool completely, then remove the granola cups from the muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, whisk to combine the yogurt and remaining 2 tablespoons maple syrup. Fill each granola cup with about 2 tablespoons yogurt and top with the blueberries and a sprig of mint to serve.
BREAKFAST GRANOLA CUPS
These little delights will be the star of any brunch gathering! You can substitute applesauce for mashed bananas, if desired. Use your favorite yogurt to fill the cups and top with fresh fruit of your choice!
Provided by The Gruntled Gourmand
Categories Main Dish Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Spray 6 muffin cups with cooking spray.
- Whisk banana, honey, and almond extract together in a bowl until smooth. Whisk oats, cinnamon, and salt together in another bowl. Stir oat mixture into banana mixture until evenly mixed. Press mixture into the base and up the sides of the prepared muffin cups. Refrigerate until chilled and firm, 1 to 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Remove muffin cups from refrigerator and press each firmly into the base and sides of the muffin cups again.
- Bake in the preheated oven until set and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes. Press sides of granola cup into the muffin cup again with a spoon. Let cool for 20 minutes before removing from muffin cups. Fill each cooled cup with yogurt.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 184.3 mg, Sugar 21.5 g
CRUNCHY GRANOLA MUFFINS
Our filling Crunchy Granola Muffins made with organic cinnamon raisin granola can be on the table in only 25 minutes.
Provided by By Deborah Harroun
Categories Side Dish
Time 25m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 18 regular-size muffin cups with cooking spray.
- In large bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups of the granola, the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In medium bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar, buttermilk, oil and vanilla with whisk until combined. Add egg mixture to dry ingredients; stir just until combined.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling about two-thirds full. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/2 cup granola.
- Bake 13 to 15 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Remove from pans to cooling racks. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
FROZEN YOGURT GRANOLA CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: peanut butter, honey, granola, greek yogurt, strawberry, blueberry, dark chocolate
Provided by Crystal Hatch
Categories Breakfast
Yield 12 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat peanut butter and honey in microwave for approximately 30 seconds, or until melted.
- In a medium sized bowl, pour melted peanut butter and honey over granola and stir to combine.
- Spoon granola mix evenly into 12 lined muffin cups, pressing firmly into the bottom.
- Top each cup with about 1.5 ounces (45g or ⅓ of a single-serving container) of yogurt.
- Top each cup with strawberries, blueberries and dark chocolate chunks.
- Cover tightly with foil and freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Keep frozen and allow to thaw for a few minutes before eating. Wrap individually in foil for an easy on-the-go snack.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 16 grams
GRANDMA GUDGEL'S BLACK BOTTOM CUPCAKES
My husband's Grandmother used to make these cupcakes every year for Thanksgiving and Christmas. They became a family favorite. I was asked this year to make these in honor of her memory. They are very delicious with a nice cream cheese surprise in the center!
Provided by NANCYSTANFIELD
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly butter muffin tins and set aside.
- Beat together the cream cheese, egg, sugar and salt. Stir in chocolate chips and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Add the water, oil, vinegar, and vanilla. Beat until well combined. Batter will be thin.
- Fill muffin cups 1/3 full with the chocolate batter. Top each one with a spoonful of cream cheese mixture.
- Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 144.2 mg, Sugar 15.2 g
YOGURT GRANOLA CUPS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: banana, rolled oats, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, greek yogurt, strawberry, blueberry, mango, pineapple, kiwi, banana, dark chocolate chip
Provided by Mercedes Sandoval
Categories Breakfast
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mash banana in a large bowl and then add in the oats, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Fill a greased muffin tin with the granola mixture and use a spoon to form the crust.
- Let chill for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C) and bake for 30 minutes. Let cool.
- Add in Greek yogurt to each cup and fill with toppings.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 26 grams
Tips:
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free flour and oats.
- If you don't have any Greek yogurt, you can use regular yogurt instead.
- If you want your cupcakes to be extra sweet, you can add an extra 1/4 cup of sugar to the batter.
- If you don't have any maple syrup, you can use honey or agave nectar instead.
- Be sure to let the cupcakes cool completely before frosting them.
Conclusion:
Granola cupcakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're made with healthy ingredients like oats, yogurt, and maple syrup, and they're topped with a creamy frosting that's sure to please everyone. Whether you're serving them for breakfast, lunch, or dessert, these cupcakes are sure to be a hit.
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