coconut, apple and nut bircher muesli

- 1 cup (280g) natural Greek-style (thick) yoghurt, plus extra to serve +
 - 1 cup (250ml) apple juice
 - 1 cup (75g) shredded coconut
 - ½ cup (80g) almonds, chopped, plus extra to serve
 - ½ cup (70g) hazelnuts, chopped
 - 1 tablespoon white chia seeds
 - ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
 - 2 pink lady apples, grated
 - 2 figs, halved
 - vanilla bean paste and maple syrup, to serve
 
- Place the yoghurt, apple juice, coconut, almond, hazelnut, chia and cinnamon in a large bowl and mix well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight (see tip, below). 
 - Add the apple and stir to combine. Divide between bowls and top with the extra yoghurt, vanilla, extra almond, fig and maple syrup to serve.  Serves 4 
 
Tip: This bircher muesli will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
+ Made with probiotic bacterial cultures, yoghurt can help maintain a healthy digestive system. Greek yoghurt is considerably thicker than plain yogurt, and is the perfect lower-fat alternative to cream or ice-cream in cooking. Look for natural varieties that don’t have any added sugar.
Photography: Chris Court
        


          
            