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Bircher Muesli

Cultural Context

Bircher Muesli originated in Switzerland in the early 1900s, created by physician Maximilian Bircher-Brenner as a healthy meal for patients. This dish highlights the importance of raw foods and is often enjoyed as a nutritious breakfast or snack. Today, it has gained global popularity, with variations that include different fruits, nuts, and sweeteners, making it a versatile choice for health-conscious eaters.

SwissCHbreakfast
10 min
easy
2 servings
Servings4
2 cups rolled oats
2 cups raw milk
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup hazelnuts
2 medium apples, grated
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons agave syrup
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup raisins
1 cup dates, chopped
1 kiwi, sliced
1 cup fresh berries
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup walnuts
1/2 cup almonds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

rolled oats

🥗Healthier: quinoa flakes

💰Cheaper: instant oats

Quinoa flakes are gluten-free and nutritious.

yogurt

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is higher in protein.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup offers a unique flavor.

fresh berries

🥗Healthier: frozen berries

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Frozen berries are often more affordable.

1

Soak about 1/3 cup of rolled oats in raw milk overnight in the refrigerator.

2

Add a little lemon juice to the soaked oats to taste, being cautious of the sourness.

3

Chop the apple into coarse pieces, removing the seeds and core.

4

Grate the apple using a grater, or chop it into pieces if preferred.

5

Chop hazelnuts coarsely, adjusting size to preference.

6

Combine the soaked oats, grated apple, and chopped hazelnuts in a bowl.

7

If desired, add honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup for sweetness.

8

Mix everything together until well combined.

9

Serve cold, as this dish is typically not heated up.

Cooking Techniques

soakingmixinggrating

Equipment Needed

bowlrefrigeratorgraterspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

nutsdairy

Also Known As

BircherBircher Müesli

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