High-Fiber Granola with Greek Yogurt

To build a high-fiber granola with Greek yogurt, combine a simple homemade granola featuring rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and fiber boosters like psyllium husks or flaxseed with a serving of plain Greek yogurt. Adding fresh fruit and extra seeds further increases the fiber content for a healthy and satisfying meal. 

High-Fiber Granola Recipe

This recipe builds on a classic granola base and incorporates additional ingredients to maximize fiber content.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• ½ cup almonds, slivered or chopped
• ½ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
• ½ cup chia seeds
• ¼ cup psyllium husks (or wheat bran)
• ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• Pinch of salt 

Wet Ingredients

• ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Instructions

1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, psyllium husks, coconut flakes, cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate, small pot, gently heat the honey and coconut oil over low heat until combined. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Mix and coat: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until everything is well-coated.
5. Bake the granola: Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30–45 minutes, stirring once halfway through for more even browning, or leave undisturbed for larger clusters.
6. Cool and store: Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will become crispier as it cools. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks. 

Assemble the yogurt bowl

Combine the protein-rich Greek yogurt with your homemade granola and toppings for a complete meal. 

Ingredients

• ½ cup high-fiber granola
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (look for 0% fat or low-fat options to reduce calories)
• ½ cup fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, or mixed)
• 1–2 teaspoons ground flaxseed or hemp seeds (optional, for extra fiber) 

Instructions

1. Finish with fruit and seeds: Top with fresh berries and an extra dash of ground flaxseed or hemp seeds for maximum fiber benefits. Serve immediately. 
2. Start with the yogurt: Spoon the Greek yogurt into a bowl.
3. Add granola and toppings: Sprinkle the high-fiber granola over the yogurt.

Adjust this recipe for different sweetness levels

You can easily adjust the sweetness of the high-fiber granola recipe by modifying the amount and type of sweetener used. A less-sweet granola can also be balanced with salty or spiced flavors, while a sweeter one can incorporate more naturally sweet ingredients like dried fruit. 

For a less sweet granola

To reduce the sugar, you can simply use less of the liquid sweetener. The binding properties of honey and maple syrup mean you can’t eliminate it entirely, but you can decrease the amount significantly. 

• Decrease sweetener: Reduce the honey or maple syrup from ⅓ cup to ¼ cup or even less. The texture will be less clumpy but still delicious.
• Use unsweetened yogurt: Make sure you are using plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt with your final bowl to avoid adding more sugar.
• Add natural sweetness after baking: For a touch of sweetness without added sugar, top your yogurt and granola with more fresh, sweet fruit like ripe bananas.
• Increase salt and spices: A pinch of extra salt or a bit more cinnamon can help balance the flavor and make the granola taste less bland without adding sweetness.

For a sweeter granola

If you prefer a sweeter flavor profile, you have a few options to enhance the taste.

• Increase the liquid sweetener: Add an extra tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup to the wet ingredients.
• Add dried fruit: Stir dried cranberries, cherries, or apricots into the cooled granola after baking. Baking dried fruit can cause it to burn.
• Mix in chocolate chips: For a decadent addition, stir in your favorite chocolate chips once the granola has completely cooled.
• Add sweet-tasting mix-ins: Use nuts and seeds that have a naturally buttery, sweeter flavor, such as pecans and unsweetened coconut flakes.
• Top with more honey: Drizzle a little extra honey or maple syrup over your finished yogurt and granola bowl. 

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