Break Free from Store-Bought Granola: A Simple Recipe for a Delicious Homemade Alternative
As a lover of yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit, I was tired of settling for store-bought granolas loaded with excessive fat and mysterious ingredients. That’s why I decided to take matters into my own hands and create a recipe that’s not only easy to make but also packed with nutritious goodness.
The Perfect Blend of Ingredients
This homemade granola recipe combines the best of several recipes to create a unique blend of flavors and textures. With just 11 ingredients, you can whip up a batch of crunchy, sweet, and satisfying granola that’s perfect for snacking or as a topping for your favorite breakfast bowl.
Get Ready to Indulge
Yields: approximately 4-5 cups of granola
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 20 minutes
Active Time: 5 minutes
Gather Your Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 3/4 cups sliced almonds
- 1/2-1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/3-1/2 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup wheat germ
- 1/2 cup milled/ground flax seed
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit (dried cherries and mango are a great combination!)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 7 tbsp honey
- 3 tsp brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
A Simple Recipe for Success
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°C (165°F). In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients (oats, almonds, coconut, sunflower seeds, wheat germ, and flax seed). Set aside.
- Sweet and Sticky: In a small saucepan, melt the honey, butter, and brown sugar over low heat. Once melted, pour the mixture over the dry ingredients and toss until everything is well coated.
- Bake to Perfection: Spread the granola mixture onto a baking pan and bake for 15 minutes or until it reaches your desired level of crunchiness.
- The Final Touch: Let the granola cool completely before mixing in the chopped dried fruit. Store your homemade granola in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
With this easy recipe, you’ll be enjoying your very own delicious homemade granola in no time!
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