College Granola
In college my beloved roommate Laura was the most peaceful and patient person I knew. She was able to put up with my emotional rants and topsy-turvy life as I: planned a wedding, waited tables, played resident adviser, finished my internship, and completed my senior portfolio project. Sometimes she was the only comforting part of my day. Everyone needs a Laura. I lost contact with Laura for several years after college as we both moved out of town. When we finally reconnected, we reminisced over funny memories, people we missed, and our favorite dorm room snack… My mom’s granola. I had almost forgotten. We lived on granola that year! Of course, I had to be reminded of this. My life was so hectic, I had twitchy-eye syndrome for several months after I graduated.
Just Like Momma Made
Thankfully these days I am much better at managing stress. Instead of taking on too much, I make it my goal to do fewer things, but do them well. When I make mom’s granola, AKA our Best Homemade Granola Recipe, I tend to do as mom did and use whatever I find in the pantry to mix in with the oats. Yet when I’m planning ahead, our healthy granola recipe posted here is my favorite combination. I love the color the pepitas, dried cherries, and golden raisins bring. I also minimize the spice. Cinnamon is powerful; too much will mask all the other flavors. We sometimes make this granola without the dried fruit, and serve it as a crunchy topping for ice cream with berry sauce, and over fresh cut fruit! YUM.
Recipe Ingredients
Rolled Oats – the base of the recipeShredded Coconut – this ingredient is optional, but adds extra flavorSlivered Almonds – to add some protein Pepitas – shelled pumpkin seedsFlax Seeds – a great source of fiberOil – or you can use melted butterHoney – a sweetener that is all natural Cinnamon – this is a great spice to add Salt – always Dried Cherries – another ingredient that brings in tangy sweetnessGolden Raisins – or black raisins will work as well
How to Make Homemade Granola
Get The Full (Printable) Recipe Below For How To Make Healthy Homemade Granola Recipe. Enjoy!
What is a good substitute for coconut?
If you are not a fan of coconut, you can omit it entirely. Yet if you wanted to replace it, you could add in another nut or dried fruit, like cashews or dried apricots.
Can I add other ingredients to this granola?
Yes, you can add anything you like! Just be sure to hold off on adding dried fruit until after it bakes.
Is homemade granola healthy for you?
Granola can be healthy because it is packed with fiber and nutrients, but with every addition of nuts, dried fruits, and seeds, the calorie count grows higher. Even so, this granola recipe is high in fiber, protein, iron, and heart-healthy fats.
How Long Does Homemade Granola Last?
When you store this recipe in an airtight container, it can last up to 3 weeks at room temperature or in the fridge. If you put this in the freezer, it will last up to 6 months.
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