Muesli is my summertime go-to – it’s cool, quick, and hearty – so I thought I’d share how to make your own muesli here, plus about 50,000 mix-and-match muesli ideas (give or take).

And let me tell you, there’s not much better than a bowlful of muesli with fruit such as fresh berries, enjoyed outside on the deck (even better if you grow your strawberries yourself!)

A bowlful of muesli with fresh strawberries on a wicker tray with a fresh cup of coffee.

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A spoonful of muesli

What is Muesli?

Muesli is basically an untoasted granola, made with raw rolled oats and other rolled grains (if you wish) along with nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. It’s not doused in any sweeteners or oils to aid in the baking process – because there is no baking process! 

So as much as I love my granola, this muesli recipe tends to be a lighter, healthier option than granola.

The Story Behind the Recipe

Like many of us, I grew up on boxed cereal for breakfast. Pour out the the dry deliciousness, douse in milk of choice, and go! But as I’ve moved toward a healthier, whole-foods-based diet, I’ve turned away from most processed foods – and cereal in a box is a casualty. But I still missed the convenience. Not anymore, though. Helloooo, muesli!

A jar of muesli and a bowl of muesli side by side

Homemade Muesli vs. Store-Bought

You can buy muesli at the store – I find it in the bulk section or among the boxed cereals. But why would you? It is SO easy to make at home! Okay, I admit to buying it now and then when life gets crazy. But I really prefer making muesli because I can customize it exactly how I like it. My version has lots of nuts and seeds for added healthy fats and protein.

Ingredients for Muesli

I really like to make the ingredients for muesli more of a formula – this is a super, duper flexible recipe.

  • 2 parts rolled oats
  • 2 parts other rolled grains (or another 2 parts rolled oats)
  • 4 parts nuts and seeds
  • 1 part dried fruit
How to Make Muesli - My favorite simple breakfast! Cool, hearty, and nourishing - with this easy formula, you can make your own muesli exactly how you like it.

Here’s the formula broken down with options for each ingredient:

2 parts rolled oats

This is pretty straightforward. I buy my rolled oats out of the bulk bin at my local grocery store. If you are gluten-free, you’ll want to look for certified gluten-free oats.

2 parts other rolled grains

Choose grains such as:

  • Rye
  • Barley
  • Triticale (a cross of rye and wheat)
  • Spelt flakes
  • Quinoa flakes (quinoa is actually a seed that performs like a grain!)
  • Or just another 2 parts rolled oats!

If you’re gluten-free, you’ll likely want to stick with quinoa flakes – or simply add more gluten-free rolled oats.

4 parts nuts and seeds

This is where it gets good! Throw in one or more of the following. Chop up the bigger stuff first!

  • Almonds
  • Pecans
  • Walnuts
  • Cashews
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • Sesame seeds

For an extra healthy punch of goodness, you might also include a small amount of the following:

  • Chia seeds
  • Hemp hearts
  • Flaxseeds

1 part dried fruit

Choose from these delicious dried fruits:

  • Raisins
  • Golden raisins
  • Apples
  • Currants
  • Coconut flakes or chips
  • Blueberries
  • Freeze-dried strawberries
  • Apricots
  • Cherries

Mix and match however you want – make your muesli your own!

Then, just stir together a few ingredients – oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit. Then put some in a bowl, add some milk, and eat!

How to Make Muesli - My favorite simple breakfast! Cool, hearty, and nourishing - with this easy formula, you can make your own muesli exactly how you like it.

How to Eat Muesli

To serve, scoop about 1/2 cup into a bowl, pour on some milk (I prefer unsweetened vanilla almond milk or oat milk), and enjoy it right away. OR – let it soak for 30 minutes or so to soften. I love to go crazy with fresh fruit on top so that I can feel virtuous about my breakfast (well, and also because it’s tasty).

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Some folks like to mix it with yogurt. Others like to go the overnight oats route and let it soak all night – then just grab it out of the fridge in the morning and dig in! (There might also be health benefits to the overnight method, as described here).

A squeeze of lemon, some grated fresh apple, or perhaps a drizzle of pure maple syrup can also be nice (the lemon and apple are actually both pretty traditional in muesli).

However you like it, there’s no question that homemade muesli an ideal breakfast or snack food for summer. Cool, refreshing, nourishing – and no cereal boxes in sight!

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Muesli

Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Author: Kare
Yield: 18
Muesli is my favorite summer breakfast! Cool, hearty, and nourishing – with this easy formula, you can make your own muesli exactly how you like it.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats*
  • 2 cups other rolled grains** (such as rye, barley, triticale, spelt flakes, and/or quinoa flakes [or another 2 cups rolled oats])
  • 4 cups nuts and seeds*** (such as almonds pecans, walnuts, cashews, sunflower seeds, and/or pepitas [pumpkin seeds], and/or 1/4 cup or less each of sesame seeds, chia seeds, hemp hearts, and/or flaxseeds)
  • 1 cup dried fruit**** (such as raisins, golden raisins, apples, currants, coconut flakes or chips, blueberries, freeze-dried strawberries, apricots, and/or cherries)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a large bowl and stir to combine. Store at room temperature a large airtight container. Keeps for weeks or even months!

Notes

To serve, scoop out 1/2 cup and add to a bowl. Add yogurt or milk of choice and fresh fruit if desired. Eat right away, or let soak for about 30 minutes to soften. Or, if you prefer, you can soak it overnight in the refrigerator.
Nutrition information calculated using oats, barley, almonds, and raisins. Nutrition varies based on ingredients used.

*Rolled oats notes

I buy my rolled oats out of the bulk bin at my local grocery store. If you are gluten-free, you’ll want to look for certified gluten-free oats.

**Rolled grains notes

Choose grains such as:
  • Rye
  • Barley
  • Triticale (a cross of rye and wheat)
  • Spelt flakes
  • Quinoa flakes (quinoa is actually a seed that performs like a grain!)
  • Or just another 2 parts rolled oats!
If you’re gluten-free, you’ll likely want to stick with quinoa flakes – or simply add more gluten-free rolled oats.

***Nuts and seeds notes

Ideas for nuts and seeds:
  • Almonds
  • Pecans
  • Walnuts
  • Cashews
  • Sunflower seeds
  • Pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
  • Sesame seeds
You might also include a small amount of the following:
  • Chia seeds
  • Hemp hearts
  • Flaxseeds

****Dried Fruit Notes

Try:
  • Raisins
  • Golden raisins
  • Apples
  • Currants
  • Coconut flakes or chips
  • Blueberries
  • Freeze-dried strawberries
  • Apricots
  • Cherries

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 276kcal, Carbohydrates: 27g, Protein: 9g, Fat: 17g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 353mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 1g, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 91mg, Iron: 2mg
 
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