Easy Blueberry Granola Yogurt Bowls and Homemade Blueberry Syrup
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Easy Blueberry Granola Yogurt Bowls and Homemade Blueberry Syrup
Description
Easy Blueberry Granola Yogurt Bowls and Homemade Blueberry Syrup features bowls filled with plain or Greek yogurt, topped with crunchy maple pecan granola and fresh blueberries. The star component is the homemade blueberry syrup crafted by simmering blueberries, water, and sugar until thickened, then strained and finished with lemon juice for brightness. The syrup adds a smooth, slightly tart sweetness that complements the creamy and crunchy elements of the bowls.
The syrup is prepared gently on the stovetop until the berries break down and the mixture thickens, then strained to achieve a smooth consistency. Assembled bowls include dividing the yogurt, sprinkling granola and blueberries on top, and drizzling with the syrup before serving. This layered preparation delivers a range of textures from creamy, to crunchy, to juicy bursts of fruit.
This recipe is well suited to mornings or light meals where a cool, fruity component is desired without heavy preparation. The syrup can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container to enjoy later, and adjusting the syrup amount offers control over sweetness and flavor intensity.
Ingredients
GRANOLA YOGURT BOWLS
- 2 cups yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 cup maple pecan granola or your favorite granola
- 1 cup blueberries fresh
- 1-2 TBSP blueberry syrup for drizzling
BLUEBERRY SYRUP
- ½ cup blueberries , fresh or frozen
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp lemon juice
Instructions
BLUEBERRY SYRUP
- To make the blueberry syrup, combine blueberries, water, and sugar together in a small saucepan over low heat, whisking occasionally until sugar is dissolved, approx. 5 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium and bring a gentle boil, stirring often, until syrup is thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Mash berries well with a fork and strain through a sieve/strainer for a thick, smooth syrup. For a compote, feel free to leave the mixture chunky! After syrup has cooled, stir in lemon juice and seal/store in an airtight container in the fridge.
YOGURT BOWLS
- Divide yogurt between two small bowls.
- Top each bowl with 1/2 cup granola and 1/2 cup fresh blueberries.
- Add a drizzle of blueberry syrup and dive in!
Notes
- Nutrition facts are estimated and may vary by ingredient brand and quantity.
- Blueberry syrup can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for several days.
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries for the syrup depending on availability.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 476 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 476kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 66g | 22% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 96mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 578mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 31g | 62% |
| Vitamin A | 48IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 280mg | 28% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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