This easy muesli recipe is a healthy and delicious homemade cereal mix made with nutritious ingredients. Make a huge batch and have quick and easy breakfasts for days. Can be eaten hot or cold.
Once you try it, store-bought cereal will be a thing of the past. The best part is you can make it different every time. Customize it just the way you like!
Homemade muesli is super budget-friendly. Quick and easy, just what you need for breakfast on busy mornings. Can be eaten hot or cold. Sugar and preservative free. Easily adjustable to dietary needs.
If you have tried my healthy granola recipe, this breakfast muesli will be a hit for sure. All you have to do is combine a few nutritious pantry staples together. This Alpen copycat is budget-friendly too.
Basic Muesli Cereal Ingredients
This homemade muesli recipe is just a starting point. You can customize it just the way you like. Mix and match the ingredients and have a different blend every time.
- old fashioned oats
- barley flakes
- spelt flakes
- kamut flakes
- toasted wheat germ
- sliced almonds
- chopped dates
Have you ever wondered what the heck muesli is? Developed by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Benner, muesli is a cold oatmeal dish consisting of rolled oats, other grains, nuts, and seeds. Also known as Bircher muesli, Swiss muesli, or Swiss oatmeal.
Usually eaten for breakfast, it is soaked in a liquid to soften before eating. You can use milk (dairy or non-dairy), or even juice. It usually contains less sugar than other cereals, lots of fibre, and antioxidants and even contains superfoods.
Homemade Muesli Is Easy To Make
Using a basic ratio of 4 parts grain, 1 part nuts/seeds and 1 part dried fruit, you will have a batch of the best muesli mix in a matter of minutes.
- Measure all ingredients into a large bowl.
- Mix thoroughly (I like to use my hands for this).
- Store in an air-tight container until ready to use.
How simple is that? You can customize this basic ratio however you like. Continue reading for some great tips and suggestions below.
Suggestions/Recipe Tips
- Make it gluten-free by using gluten-free oats and grains.
- Best oats for making muesli? I like to use old-fashioned or large flake oats. Steel-cut oats can be used, but you will have to soak them longer before eating.
- You can change the basic ratio to suit your preference. This is one of those recipes that you cannot mess up.
- Dried fruit adds the sweet element, so if you are looking to cut down on sugar just adjust the amount you add.
- This lasts for a long time stored in a cool place.
- Top it with fresh fruit.
- Eat it hot or cold. Great for making overnight oats. If you would like to eat it warm, heat equal amounts of muesli cereal and water or milk on the stove and let simmer for 3-4 minutes. You can also do this in the microwave too. Heat for about 1-2 mintues.
- It works well as a topper on Mocha Coffee Yogurt and parfaits too.
Toasting Oats, Grains, and Nuts
You can easily toast your ingredients by following these simple steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350º F.
- Spread oats or nuts (or a combination of oats, grain, and nuts) onto a baking sheet in a thin layer.
- Bake for about 10 minutes, stirring often so they don’t burn.
- They are ready when they have a slight tan colour and a nice nutty aroma.
- Cool before using.
What are some great things to add to the basic cereal mix?
- raisins
- cranberries
- blueberries
- apricots
- cherries
- figs
- currents
- dried apples
- dried bananas
- goji berries
- raw dried coconut
- powdered milk
- nuts
- seeds
Recipe FAQs
Granola is baked with added sweetener and oil and has a very crunchy texture. Large chunks can be broken apart. Muesli is not baked. It has a dry flaky texture, just like oatmeal. Generally, it is not overly sweet.
That is a personal preference. Some people like to soak it overnight, others will soak it for only a few minutes. Experiment and find which way you like best.
Yes, I like to use it as a topper for yogurt.
I have never tried it this way, but people have cooked it just like you would any oatmeal.
Stored correctly, homemade muesli blend will last for a couple of months or more.
We love oatmeal in all kinds of recipes. Check these out:
- Baked Oatmeal Donuts are a great way to start the day.
- Oatmeal Chia Pancakes are nutritious and delicious. The perfect weekend brunch.
- Oatmeal Breakfast Casserole is perfect for busy mornings. Make a large dish and it is ready to warm up in the microwave.
- Need a fun snack to make with the kids? These No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookie Balls are always a hit.
- Muffins are a great place to use oatmeal. Try Apple Fig & Oatmeal or Fresh Apple Muffins with Toffee.
- Granola bars make a great snack or grab-and-go meal. Try these crunchy Homemade Granola Bars if you prefer you can try Soft Chewy Granola Bars instead.
- Our holidays are not complete without Festive Crunchy Granola. Try it in eggnog yogurt!
- Chocolate Oatmeal is an overnight oats recipe that is super delicious. No excuses for skipping breakfast anymore.
If you like the idea of making homemade cereal blends, give these a try:
Easy Homemade Muesli Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats
- 1 cup barley flakes
- 1 cup spelt flakes
- 1 cup kamut flakes
- ½ cup toasted wheat germ
- ½ cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup chopped dates
Instructions
To Make Muesli:
- Measure all ingredients and place them in a large bowl.
- Using your hands, combine well.
- Place in an airtight container until ready to use.
To Eat:
- Place ½ cup muesli in a bowl. Add your desired amount of milk (dairy or non-dairy).
- You can eat right away, or allow to soak (covered in the fridge) overnight.
- Top with fresh berries (optional).
Veronika
Yes, Please! I make a lot of muesli during the summer time. Like to improvise and add new ingredients. Would love to try your recipe too!
Homemade & Yummy
Enjoy….hope you give this a try.
Jodie Morgan
I don’t often eat cereal for breakfast but when I get a craving for it this is exactly what I want! And the berries are a nice sweet touch.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes…even frozen berries will work here too, especially if you let it sit in the fridge overnight like hubby does.
Stacey
I haven’t made my own muesli in while, I’d forgotten how much I enjoy having it ready to go.
Homemade & Yummy
Easy to make for sure. And so much cheaper than store bought.
Kathryn @ FoodieGirlChicago
This looks like a great option for breakfast! I need to give your version a try!
Homemade & Yummy
So easy to make your own version.
Leslie Haasch
Muesli is so easy to customize, and I always load mine up with fresh berries and sliced almonds. I just had breakfast, but maybe I’ll make this for lunch!
Homemade & Yummy
It works for lunch too.
Carolyn
I have been looking for a new quick and healthy breakfast recipe! This is perfect!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY..this is so easy and delicious.
Kossy
You’d be surprised to know that I’ve never heard of Muesli.. As a matter of fact this is my first time of seeing it.
How come no one told me about any of this or prepared it for me.
I promise my kids will have the best of these..
I’m giving 5star ratings right away..
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY….it is easy and delicious.
Megan @ MegUnprocessed
I’ve never tried Muesli and I need to!!
Homemade & Yummy
YES you sure do.
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen
My Mum always used to make her own muesli when I was younger – it’s such a great way to control what goes into it. The pre packaged stuff is so full of sugar!! Will definitely give this a go for easy breakfasts – thank you for sharing!
Homemade & Yummy
I know it is super easy…and so delicious. So much cheaper to make it yourself too.
Andrea The Petite Cook
What a lovely recipe! I love muesli and cant wait to try this!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…have fun creating your own mixture.
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices
I’ve never liked cereal and therefore never ate it, but muesli is a different story. I just love it! Added to Greek yogurt, especially. So nutritious and delicious. Beautiful muesli, Gloria, as well as the pictures!
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much….hope you give this a try.
Dorothy at Shockinglydelish
This sounds like a great way to start the day! I love the idea of making a big batch to have on hand!
Homemade & Yummy
Yup…we always have a container full on the counter.
Michelle
I cannot tell you how much I love muesli. Thank you for sharing this recipe!
Homemade & Yummy
Best part is you don’t even need a recipe to make it.
Sam | Ahead of Thyme
This looks like my kind of breakfast! Can’t wait to try it next week!
Homemade & Yummy
Enjoy…it doesn’t get easier than this for sure.
Allison hanson
This looks very good, i never thought about making my own. Silly the things you just automatically buy and not think about. Thanks for sharing!
Homemade & Yummy
I know….once you make it yourself you will never buy it again.