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).
Pam Greer
I make granola regularly, so I need to add this muesli to my breakfast rotation. I love all the different options!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
LOTS of customization in this Easy Muesli Recipe for sure. ENJOY!
Jim
We’re really tired of searching for some good morning breakfast cereal. We tried this recipe and were impressed with how easy it is to throw together. We added our own special favorites and loved how it turned out. We’ll be making it again.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give this super easy and also super nutritious recipe a try.
Denise
This looks really good, I would eat it any time of day!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Well you certainly can if you wish. ENJOY!
Veena Azmanov
I would love to have such and healthy and yummy breakfast everyday. Homemade is always interesting.
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
This is so easy to make. You can add the ingredients YOU like. ENJOY!
Noelle
What a great breakfast!! I love all the options
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
It is super easy, delicious and healthy too. ENJOY!
Laura | Wandercooks
Homemade muesli is just so much more satisfying than anything store-bought! I adore experimenting with different flavours and textures from different combos of nuts and fruits. The best!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
Yes…and even sometimes it is a great way to use up ingredients kicking around in the cupboard too.
Jess
I love how customizable this is! The kids will love how tailored their breakfast can be!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
YES…so easy to customize just the way YOU like it.
Sylvie
I looooove to make my own muesli at home, once you know how easy it is to make, you never want to buy pre-made ones ever again! Thank you so much for a delicious recipe
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy
So easy right? And so much better than bought..although Alpen is very good.
Jyothi (Jo)
I love muesli every morning for my breakfast, and making my own version of muesli is simply the best. Love this muesli, and how simple it is. Looks amazing.
Homemade & Yummy
You gotta love easy and delicious recipes. Love the fact you can make this just the way YOU like it too.
Michelle
Muesli is a weekly breakfast for us, I have been making my own for a long time now. It’s such a versatile breakfast, but I have never ever had it warm! I’m intrigued! I’m going to have to try that.
Homemade & Yummy
I know, love the fact you can eat it warm too.
Julie
I love easy, customizable recipes like this. We are always struggling to come up with quick and easy breakfast ideas and this looks like a real winner.
Homemade & Yummy
Breakfast is not my favourite meal of the day. This helps for sure.
Krista Price
It’s 10PM and I’m seriously considering making this right now! It seems pretty fool-proof and looks delicious! Ok, it’s happening. I’m making it.
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…did you eat it before bed, or are you having it in the morning for breakfast??
Lorie
Haven’t had a good muesli in so long. Thanks for the reminder of how much I love it—and the reminder that it’s so easy!
Homemade & Yummy
Well, here you go. This will help you out.
Eileen Kelly
Muesli is such a delicious breakfast or snack! You are so right, such a perfect way to start the day. The ingredients are hearty and flavorful.
Homemade & Yummy
This is a great way to start the day. Healthy and nutritious.
Jennifer
I just made this for breakfast and it was SOOOO GOOD!!!! This is my new favorite breakfast recipe!!!
Homemade & Yummy
I am so glad you love this recipe. We sure do too. Love the fact it can be made different each time.