One of the first wholesome health foods to hit the market in the 1960s, crunchy granola soon became a mainstream staple. I love it layered with fruit in a yogurt parfait perfect for special Sundays and houseguests.
Ingredients
- 4 cups oatmeal (not instant)
- ½ cup raw wheat germ
- ½ cup sesame seeds, unhulled
- 1 cup coarsely chopped raw almonds with skins
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup chopped dried apricots
- ½ cup dried cranberries
How to Make It
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a large, shallow pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients except the dried fruit.
- Transfer the mixture to a sheet pan and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden.
- Remove granola from the oven and cool. Add dried fruits. Transfer to a sealed container and store in a cool, dry place for up to three weeks.
| Nutrition Facts |
Serving Size 1 |
Nutritional Value Per Serving | Calories 200 kcal Calories from Fat: 63 kcal |
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% Daily Value*
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| Total Fat 7 g 20% |
Trans Fat 0.0 g |
Sodium 2 mg 0% |
carbohydrates 32 g 25% |
Dietary Fiber 4 g 11% |
Protein 5 g 10% |
* Above mentioned %DVs (Percent Daily Values) are based on 2,000 calorie food intake.
DVs (Daily values) may be vary depending upon individuals daily calorie needs. Above nutritional values are estimates and should only be used as a guide for approximation. They are not allfoodchef.com recommendations. Calculations are based on average weight of 194 lbs. and ages of 19 to 50 years. |