A chilled, crunchy, grab-and-go breakfast favorite
These No Bake Yogurt Granola Snack Cups are the perfect combination of creamy yogurt, naturally sweet fruit, and a chewy, wholesome oat-and-peanut-butter base—an easy healthy recipe that also doubles as a cozy fall dinner idea–style snack. With no baking required and simple, nourishing ingredients, they make meal prep effortless. Store them in the fridge for quick breakfasts, after-school snacks, or an energizing mid-day bite. These cups are satisfying, customizable, and incredibly convenient.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Rest/Chill Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 snack cups
📝 Ingredients
Granola Cups
- 2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 mashed bananas (about 1 cup)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, agave, or honey
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Large mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Measuring cups and spoons
- 12-cup muffin tin
- Muffin liners or cooking spray
- Spoon or spatula
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the oats are evenly coated.
- Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes to allow the oats to absorb some moisture.
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease each cup.
- Scoop a large spoonful of the granola mixture into each muffin cup, roll it into a ball, and press it into the bottom and sides to form a cup shape.
- Chill the cups in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
- Once firm, spoon about 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into each granola cup.
- Top with fresh berries or any favorite toppings before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a peanut-free variation.
- Add chocolate chips, shredded coconut, or sliced bananas for extra flavor.
- Store unfilled cups in an airtight container for up to one week; fill just before serving to keep them firm.
- For a protein boost, stir a little protein powder into the yogurt before adding it to the cups.
📊 Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 snack cup | ~160 | 6g | 20g | 7g | 3g | 8g |
Conclusion
These No Bake Yogurt Granola Snack Cups for Easy Meal Prep make healthy eating both simple and delicious. The hearty oat cups paired with creamy yogurt and fresh berries deliver balanced nutrition and irresistible texture. Perfect for meal prepping, snacking, or enjoying on the go, these cups quickly become a fridge staple you’ll reach for throughout the week. They’re wholesome, customizable, and satisfyingly convenient everything a great snack should be.

No Bake Yogurt Granola Snack Cups
Ingredients
Granola Cups
- 2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2 medium mashed bananas (about 1 cup)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, agave, or honey
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/2 cup fresh berries
Instructions
Preparation
- Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Add rolled oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the oats are evenly coated.
- Let the mixture rest for 10 minutes to allow the oats to absorb some moisture.
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease each cup.
- Scoop a large spoonful of the granola mixture into each muffin cup, roll it into a ball, and press it into the bottom and sides to form a cup shape.
- Chill the cups in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.
- Once firm, spoon about 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt into each granola cup.
- Top with fresh berries or any favorite toppings before serving.
