Bircher muesli is a classic Swiss breakfast made with oats, fresh apples, yogurt, and nuts. It’s healthy, nutritious, and quick to prepare—perfect for meal prep or a delicious breakfast on the go!
Bircher muesli was created in the early 20th century by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Brenner. He designed it as a light and nutritious meal for his patients. His inspiration came from a dish he encountered during a mountain hike—a simple mix of oats, fruit, and milk. Today, Bircher muesli is enjoyed worldwide as a healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients:
- 150 g oats (rolled oats for overnight soaking, quick oats for a faster version)
- 300 ml milk
- 2 small apples
- 2 tbsp nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds)
- 200 g Greek yogurt
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tsp honey
- cinnamon to taste
- optional toppings: apple slices, dried cranberries, additional chopped nuts
Directions:
1. Prepare the Oats: Mix the oats with milk and let them soak in the fridge overnight. Faster option: Use quick oats and let them soak for just 15–30 minutes.
2. Prepare Apples and Nuts: Grate the apples finely and mix them with lemon juice. Roughly chop the nuts. Combine everything with the soaked oats, yogurt, and honey.
3. Season and Serve: Season with cinnamon to taste and garnish with thin apple slices, chopped nuts, or dried fruit if desired.
Recipe Tips:
Meal Prep & Storage: Bircher muesli is great for meal prep. Stored in an airtight container, it stays fresh in the fridge for 2–3 days, though it will soften over time. If you want to keep it longer, add the grated apples just before serving.
Adjusting the Consistency: The consistency of Bircher muesli can be adjusted to personal preference. If it’s too thick, simply stir in a bit more milk or yogurt until it reaches the desired creaminess. If it’s too runny, add some extra oats or let it soak longer to absorb more liquid.
Toppings: In addition to apple slices and nuts, fresh berries, banana slices, pomegranate seeds, or grated pears make great toppings. For extra flavor, try adding coconut flakes or a dollop of almond butter.
Classic Bircher Muesli – Swiss Oatmeal with Apples & Nuts
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, SnacksCuisine: SwitzerlandDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
minutes30
minutesBircher muesli is a classic Swiss breakfast made with oats, fresh apples, yogurt, and nuts. It’s healthy, nutritious, and quick to prepare—perfect for meal prep or a delicious breakfast on the go!
Ingredients
150 g oats (rolled oats for overnight soaking, quick oats for a faster version)
300 ml milk
2 small apples
2 tbsp nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds)
200 g Greek yogurt
2 tsp lemon juice
2 tsp honey
cinnamon to taste
optional toppings: apple slices, dried cranberries, additional chopped nuts
Directions
- Prepare the Oats: Mix the oats with milk and let them soak in the fridge overnight. Faster option: Use fine oats and let them soak for just 15–30 minutes.
- Prepare Apples and Nuts: Grate the apples finely and mix them with lemon juice. Roughly chop the nuts. Combine everything with the soaked oats, yogurt, and honey.
- Season and Serve: Season with cinnamon to taste and garnish with thin apple slices, chopped nuts, or dried fruit if desired.
Tips
- Meal Prep & Storage: Bircher muesli is great for meal prep. Stored in an airtight container, it stays fresh in the fridge for 2–3 days, though it will soften over time. If you want to keep it longer, add the grated apples just before serving.
- Adjusting the Consistency: The consistency of Bircher muesli can be adjusted to personal preference. If it’s too thick, simply stir in a bit more milk or yogurt until it reaches the desired creaminess. If it’s too runny, add some extra oats or let it soak longer to absorb more liquid.
- Toppings: In addition to apple slices and nuts, fresh berries, banana slices, pomegranate seeds, or grated pears make great toppings. For extra flavor, try adding coconut flakes or a dollop of almond butter.
