Homemade Granola~recipe adapted from Bob's Red Mill
I wanted to title this post, Vanishing Homemade Granola, because quite honestly, even if you make a double batch like I do, this delicioso meal/breakfast/snack-on-the-go will not last long! But alas, I've already used the dissapearing concept (see Vanishing Blueberry Ginger White Chocolate Cookies)
…but don't say I didn't warn ya!
Incredibly easy to whip up and SO very delicious, you'll wonder why you ever considered buying the pre-made stuff. Plus, it's easily customizeable. Just use the same ratios and sub in your favorite nuts or seeds, use maple syrup if you're out of honey, or perhaps add dried fruits like raisins & chopped apricots at the end… You get the idea. Point is, you'll KNOW what's in your fabulous version: delicious, healthy, satisfying ingredients that will keep you humming along happily for hours.
Homemade granola makes a most welcomed gift presented in mason jars- though I won't blame you if you can't bare to part with any of it:)
Homemade Granola Snack Cup
Homemade Granola (makes 15 servings)
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup wheat germ
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts
- 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon non-fat, powdered (dry) milk
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 2 cups Bob's Red Mill extra thick gluten-free rolled oats
Method:
1. Combine all dry ingredients together into a large bowl.
2. If necessary, soften honey by heating it gently. Then mix it with the oil, and water until well blended.
3. Stir liquid mixture into dry ingredients and mix well until all the dry ingredients are moistened.
4. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. Add the granola mixture to the cookie sheet and bake at 350° for about 35-45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes so mixture is evenly toasted.
**If desired, stir in your favorite dried fruit after baking.
Homemade Granola~recipe adapted from Bob's Red Mill Oats
What was your favorite after school snack growing up? Mine was graham crackers & milk. Problem was, Mom expected me only to have 1 or 2 crackers & I was always hungry enough for an entire sleeve!
