The Best Ever Bircher Muesli

Ingredients:

For the Bircher Muesli:

• 2 cups jumbo or steel-cut oats
• ¼ cup desiccated coconut
• ⅓ cup raisins (without vegetable oil coating)
• ¼ cup flaked almonds
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1¼ cups whole organic milk or nut milk (no additives)
• ½ cup organic natural yogurt
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 2 small apples, grated
• 1 orange, zest & juice

For the Cooked Pears (Optional):

• 2 pears, peeled, cored, and cut into quarters
• 1 orange, juice only (can use zest in the muesli mixture)
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 vanilla pod (seeds scraped out)
• 2 tbsp coconut sugar

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bircher Muesli:

   • In a medium bowl, combine the oats, desiccated coconut, raisins, flaked almonds, coconut water, milk (or nut milk), yogurt, cinnamon, grated apples, and orange zest & juice.
   • Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and hydrated.
   • Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight to allow the mixture to soak and flavors to meld.

2. Prepare the Cooked Pears (Optional):

   • In a small pot, combine the pear quarters, orange juice, water, vanilla seeds, and coconut sugar.
   • Heat on medium, covering with a lid to trap steam and cook the pears. Stir occasionally and add more water if needed to prevent drying out and to create a syrup.
   • Cook for about 10 minutes or until the pears are tender to your liking.
   • Allow the pears to cool before transferring them to the refrigerator.

3. Serve:

   • In the morning, top your soaked Bircher muesli with your choice of additional fruity or nutty ingredients.
   • If using, add the cooked pears and some of the syrup on top of the muesli.
   • Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Dairy-Free Option:

• Replace the dairy milk and yogurt with coconut milk or additional coconut water. Avoid commercial nut milks and coconut yogurt with questionable additives.

This recipe makes a delicious and nutritious breakfast that can be prepared in advance, making your mornings a bit easier and healthier!