Bircher Muesli
This classic overnight oat dish is a refreshing and nutritious breakfast. Rolled oats are soaked in milk or water and mixed with grated apple, nuts, and dried fruit. It's a simple make-ahead meal perfect for busy mornings.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 6 hr 10 min
- Serves
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 386 kcal
Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, nuts, sulphites, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
- 1 cuprolled oats
- 1.5 cupmilk
- 1 pcsapple, grated
- 1 tbsplemon juice
- 1 tbsphoney
- 2 tbspraisins
- 2 tbspalmond, slivered
Equipment
grater · bowl
The method
Step by step
- 1
Combine the rolled oats and milk in a medium-sized bowl.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Any type of milk, dairy or non-dairy, works well for this recipe.
- 2
Stir in the grated apple, lemon juice, honey, raisins, and slivered almonds.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The lemon juice helps prevent the apple from browning and adds a nice zest.
- 3
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.
About 6 hr
Cook’s note: Soaking allows the oats to soften and become creamy.
- 4
Before serving, give the muesli a good stir.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: If the muesli is too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency.
- 5
Serve cold, optionally topped with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 386.3kcal
- Protein
- 13.9g
- Carbs
- 64.8g
- Fat
- 9.4g
- Fibre
- 7.6g
- Sugar
- 33g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover Bircher muesli in an airtight container in the refrigerator.