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Grains, Rice & Pasta • Oats

Muesli Gluten Free

Ready-to-eat blend saves morning prep time for quick breakfasts and overnight oats as your gluten-free staple.

What it is

Muesli is a Swiss-style breakfast cereal that mixes rolled oats with various nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. This gluten-free version uses certified gluten-free oats, making it safe for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

Flavor and texture

Sweet and nutty with a pleasant mix of textures - chewy oats, crunchy nuts and seeds, and soft dried fruit pieces that create satisfying contrast in every bite.

Best uses

Enjoy with milk or yogurt for breakfast, sprinkle over smoothie bowls, mix into homemade granola bars, or eat as a healthy snack straight from the container.

Storage & freshness

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry pantry away from light.

As purchased3-6 monthsdepending on ingredient freshness and storage conditions
Sealed (pantry)6-12 monthsif kept airtight in cool, dry conditions
Refrigerated12-18 monthsextends shelf life of nuts and dried fruits
Frozen2-3 yearsthaw completely before use

Durations are for best quality. Safe to consume longer if no spoilage signs present.

Signs of spoilage
rancid smellstale tasteclumpinginsect activityvisible mold

Nuts and dried fruits in muesli can go rancid faster than plain oats, especially in warm conditions.

Cooking tip

Let it soak in milk or plant-based milk for 10-15 minutes before eating to soften the oats and allow flavors to meld together beautifully.

Interesting note

Traditional muesli was invented by Swiss physician Maximilian Bircher-Benner around 1900 as a health food for his patients, originally served as a light evening meal rather than breakfast.