Apple & Blueberry Bircher Muesli
We somehow got into the bad habit of not eating breakfast on the weekend and just having a fairly average lunch. I decided that enough of bad habits, it’s time we turned ourselves around.
After eating such a good breakfast, I felt so good for the rest of the day. It was so filling and didn’t make me crave any naughty food (bonus!). I have time on the weekends to have proper breakfasts, so this will be a regular thing. I have so many muesli recipes to try, as well as many other healthy breakfast options. So stay tuned for more.
You can omit the yoghurt; I did and it turned out fine. Will try again this weekend with the yoghurt. I also added some silvered almonds for some crunch. So many possibilities to try!
Apple & Blueberry Bircher Muesli
From the Biggest Loser Families book
1 1/3 cups rolled oats
1/4 cup oat bran
250ml (1 cup) apple juice
3/4 cup low-fat natural yoghurt
2 apples, cored and grated
150g fresh blueberries
1. Place the rolled oats, oat bran, apple juice and yoghurt in a mixing bowl, stir to combine, then cover and place in the fridge overnight.
2. Add the grated apple to the oat mixture and stir to combine. Divide the muesli between four serving bowls, then top each with some fresh blueberries.
Kayla @ Fitter Than Choc
Oh yes, I need my breakfast even on weekends. Did I tell you how much I adore oats? It’s my favourite breakfast food ever. I can’t wait to read your other posts on breakfast recipes.
Heidi - Apples Under My Bed
This looks so pretty!! I have never seen a more attractive bowl of bircher 🙂 I find grated apple to be the key ingredient – it’s so delicious! Having a nice healthy breakfast does make you feel so good for the rest of the day.
Heidi xo
Michelle
I used to have oats with mixed fruit juice and people used to tell me it is weird for me to do so. Apparently, it is not…
Mez
This looks so good, I’ve never been a huge, huge fan of Bircher Muesli I should give it a second chance I think….
MEAN EIRENE
I hope this is soft enough to eat while I’m suffering from a sore jaw!
(I just got my braces tightened and bands added. Get your mind out of the gutter.)
Iron Chef Shellie
LOL!! you poor thing, I’ve been through all that before x
Susan
Those pictures are gorgeous! I must say that I do prefer a savoury breakfast on the weekends with a sugary coffee!
Jennifer (Delicieux)
This looks fabulous! Perfectly healthy and wonderful for an indulgent weekend breakfast. Yum!
Adrian in Food Rehab
Normally not a cereal person, but this looks awesome! Awesooome!!!
I may be converted…LOL
Hannah
This looks so wonderfully refreshing! I’d definitely have to add in nut butter somewhere, but apart from that, lovely! 😛
Erin@TheFoodMentalist
How good do those blueberries look?!?! OMG! Yum! and I love that its healthy too. Fits in with my new diet plan 🙂 hehe
Alana
This looks delicious. There is a reason why breakfast is my favourite meal of the day!
penny aka jeroxie
The blueberries are smiling to me… gorgeous. And yes… need more breakfast.. i know i know
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella
Gorgeous photo Shellie! The blueberries really leap out at you and say “devour me!”
Chanel
Your photos are fantastic – you inspired me to make bircher muesli last night 😀
Iron Chef Shellie
awww thanks lovely! I made it again last week and took it to work for lunch 😛 Hope yours was delicious!
Kay
Hi! looks like a lovely recipe – will try it out tonight… one quick question though – was wondering if I could add the grated apples at the beginning itself before placing it in the fridge overnight? That way I can divide the mixture in portion controlled packs and just grab and go nect morning? Look forward to your response. Thanks!
Iron Chef Shellie
Hi Kay,
Yes you can, although the apple does brown a bit, but it’s still just as delicious. I’ve done it before 🙂
Kay
Thanks for the prompt response Shellie! One more question – how long do you reckon it would last with the grated apples put in while soaking? Trying my best to eat healthy and leave no excuses! So to be able to make a batch for 3-4 days would be awesome! I love your website… look forward to trying more of your recipes. 🙂 cheers!
Iron Chef Shellie
I’d say 1-2 days max, or it becomes too soggy! good luck 🙂
Marylou Combs
It’s my favourite breakfast food ever. cheers! I love your website… look forward to trying more of your recipes.