These easy yogurt granola bowls are one of our go-to breakfast or snack options. We've provided 4 different ways you can make the yogurt granola bowls so you can easily mix it up! These granola bowls are packed with protein from the Greek yogurt and topped with granola and a variety of delicious toppings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- They are a perfect breakfast or snack option when you need something quick.
- You can make your own homemade granola or simply use store bought.
- We've provided 4 different ways to make these granola bowls so you can find your own favorite flavor combination.
- Many of the ingredients are easy to keep on hand.
- These bowls take less than 10 minutes to prep on busy mornings.
Ingredient Notes
We've provided 4 different flavor combinations below, you can use one of these or mix & match toppings to create your perfect bowl! In general, we recommend following this method for creating a yogurt bowl:
For Any Yogurt Bowl
- Greek yogurt - you can use unsweetened or sweetened yogurt, flavored or plain yogurt, fat free or full fat Greek yogurt. Whatever you prefer! For a dairy-free option, coconut yogurt is a great alternative.
- Granola - You can make your own granola or purchase store bought. We prefer to make our coconut granola or dark chocolate granola. Purely Elizabeth* is a great store-bought option.
- Fresh fruit - fresh berries are our go-to! Choosing seasonal fruit is a great option too.
- Other favorite toppings of choice - chia seeds, hemp seeds, nut butter, chocolate chips, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, drizzle of honey, etc.
Here are our flavor recommendations:
PB Banana Bowl
- Plain or vanilla greek yogurt
- Sliced banana
- Granola
- Peanut butter
- Chocolate chips
- Honey
Tropical Bowl
- Plain, vanilla, or coconut greek yogurt
- Fresh mango, diced
- Granola
- Shredded coconut
- Honey
Almond Joy Bowl
- Plain, vanilla, or coconut greek yogurt
- Blueberries or sliced strawberries
- Granola
- Shredded coconut
- Almond butter or sliced almonds
- Chocolate chips
PB&J Bowl
- Plain or vanilla greek yogurt
- Raspberries or sliced strawberries
- Granola
- Peanut butter
- Honey
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Equipment You’ll Need
- Bowl
- Measuring cup and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
Step by Step Directions
For the full recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Decide which bowl you want to make. Place the greek yogurt in a bowl.
For the tropical bowl: add the diced mango, granola, shredded coconut, and a drizzle of honey if desired.
For the PB Banana Bowl: Add the sliced banana, peanut butter, chocolate chips, granola, and a drizzle of honey if desired.
For the Almond Joy Bowl: Add the blueberries or strawberries, granola, almond butter, coconut flakes, chocolate chips, and a drizzle of honey if desired.
For the PB&J Bowl: Add the strawberries or raspberries, coconut, peanut butter, and a drizzle of honey if desired.
Tips & Variations
- If you want an extra boost of protein, you can add 1/2-1 scoop of protein powder to the Greek yogurt before hand and mix really well until smooth.
- Feel free to mix up the flavor combinations to make your own perfect bowl.
- You can also sprinkle a little granola at the bottom of the bowl before adding the yogurt for an extra layer of delicious granola.
- If you have unsweetened Greek yogurt and you prefer to have the yogurt base sweetened beforehand, you can always add a little pure maple syrup or honey and mix to taste.
- If you decide to make your own granola recipe, store it in an airtight container or bag in the freezer to keep it extra crispy and fresh.
- You can also layer the ingredients to make it similar to a yogurt parfait.
FAQ
We recommend storing the yogurt and the toppings separate. If you store the bowl assembled, you'll end up with soggy granola.
Yes, this protein yogurt bowl can easily be made dairy-free, gluten-free, or vegan. Use a dairy-free yogurt if needed and ensure the granola is certified gluten-free.
If you like this Greek yogurt granola bowl, check out a few other easy breakfast recipes:
If you make this yogurt granola bowl, please let us know how it turns out in the comments below and/or rate the recipe! Don’t forget to tag us on Instagram to show us your finished product—it makes our day every time we see you trying the recipes we love!
Easy Yogurt Granola Bowls (4 Ways!)
Ingredients
PB Banana Bowl
- 1 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/2 banana, sliced
- 1/3 cup granola
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- A few chocolate chips
- Honey to drizzle, optional
Tropical Bowl
- 1 cup plain, vanilla, or coconut Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup fresh mango, diced
- 1/3 cup granola
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut
- Honey to drizzle, optional
Almond Joy Bowl
- 1 cup plain, vanilla, or coconut Greek yogurt
- 1 cup blueberries or sliced strawberries
- 1/3 cup granola
- 1 tbsp shredded coconut
- 1 tbsp almond butter or sliced almonds
- A few chocolate chips
PB&J Bowl
- 1 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1 cup raspberries or sliced strawberries
- 1/3 cup granola
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- Honey to drizzle, optional
Instructions
- Decide which bowl you want to make. Place the greek yogurt in a bowl, add the fruit, then the granola, then the rest of the toppings.
Notes
- This protein yogurt bowl can easily be made dairy-free, gluten-free, or vegan. Use a dairy-free yogurt if needed and ensure the granola is certified gluten-free.
- If you use unsweetened Greek yogurt and prefer for it to be a little sweeter, feel free to mix it with a little maple syrup or honey before hand to sweeten it.
- For an extra protein boost, you can mix 1/2 scoop of vanilla protein powder to the yogurt before adding toppings and mix well until smooth.
The recipe can be found on My Fitness Pal by searching "BWB Tropical Yogurt Bowl", "BWB Almond Joy yogurt Bowl", "BWB PB&J Yogurt Bowl", and "BWB PB Banana Yogurt Bowl". The nutrition is calculated with Kirkland Plain Organic Greek Yogurt and no honey.
The nutrition content provided for each recipe is an estimate created through the My Fitness Pal database. Please be aware that the nutritional content of each recipe may vary based on the products you use, the precision of your measurements, and the source you use to obtain nutrition data. While we try to provide accurate information, we give no guarantee regarding the accuracy of the nutritional information provided.
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