Johnny Town-Mouse’S Granola

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Servings: 10 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A crunchy, golden oat cluster mixed with seeds, coconut, and dried fruit for a hearty morning crunch.
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This homemade granola is the perfect balance of chewy oats, crunchy seeds, and sweet dried fruit. The base of oatmeal and wheat germ is bound together with honey and vegetable oil, creating clusters that hold their shape while baking. It’s packed with texture from sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and toasted coconut, offering a nutty, wholesome flavor profile that stands up to milk or yogurt. While the original title hints at a storybook character, this recipe is purely about satisfying that craving for a fresh, crunchy breakfast. ItâÂÂs ideal for meal prepping on Sunday to fuel your week, or for packing into lunchboxes as a healthy snack. The low baking temperature ensures the oats toast evenly without burning, resulting in a deep golden hue and a rich, toasted aroma.

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Johnny Town-Mouse’S Granola

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 Calories: 831.9

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This homemade granola is the perfect balance of chewy oats, crunchy seeds, and sweet dried fruit. The base of oatmeal and wheat germ is bound together with honey and vegetable oil, creating clusters that hold their shape while baking. It&# 226;ÂÂs packed with texture from sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, and toasted coconut, offering a nutty, wholesome flavor profile that stands up to milk or yogurt. While the original title hints at a storybook character, this recipe is purely about satisfying that craving for a fresh, crunchy breakfast. ItâÂÂs ideal for meal prepping on Sunday to fuel your week, or for packing into lunchboxes as a healthy snack. The low baking temperature ensures the oats toast evenly without burning, resulting in a deep golden hue and a rich, toasted aroma.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 250ðF (120ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the oatmeal, wheat germ, and salt.
  3. Add the honey and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients and mix well until the oats are evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly onto an ungreased baking sheet or cookie sheet.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even toasting.
  6. Remove from oven and stir in the dried apricots, unsweetened coconut, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds.
  7. Spread the mixture back onto the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the coconut is lightly toasted and golden.
  8. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the sheet.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 831.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.2g45%
Saturated Fat 7.8g39%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1230.8mg52%
Total Carbohydrate 121.7g41%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g77%
Sugars 15.5g
Protein 27.6g56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. For longer storage, keep in the refrigerator for up to one month.

Ingredient Substitution: For a vegan version, substitute the honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. If you prefer a different dried fruit, raisins, cranberries, or chopped dates work well.

Texture Tip: For extra crunchy clusters, press the mixture down firmly onto the baking sheet before baking and avoid stirring too much during the first 30 minutes.

Serving Suggestion: Serve with cold milk, yogurt, or as a topping for smoothie bowls.

Keywords: granola, oatmeal, breakfast, baked, honey, wheat germ, seeds, sunflower, sesame, coconut, dried fruit, apricots, healthy, crunchy, clusters, homemade, morning, snack, vegetarian, gluten-free option
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