Healthy Oat Granola

This healthy oat granola is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast solution, offering a satisfying crunch and wholesome nutrition without excessive sugar. By combining oat bran with quick oats and hulled sunflower seeds, you get a robust texture that holds up well to milk or yogurt. The natural sweetness comes from honey and dried banana chips, balanced by a bright hint of orange peel and vanilla. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for busy weekday mornings when you need fuel fast, or as a crunchy topping for weekend acai bowls and ice cream. Simple to mix and bake, this vegan-friendly recipe uses pantry staples to create a homemade treat that tastes far superior to store-bought bars.

Cooking Method: Baking, Microwave

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Breakfast

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 379.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This healthy oat granola is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast solution, offering a satisfying crunch and wholesome nutrition without excessive sugar. By combining oat bran with quick oats and hulled sunflower seeds, you get a robust texture that holds up well to milk or yogurt. The natural sweetness comes from honey and dried banana chips, balanced by a bright hint of orange peel and vanilla. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for busy weekday mornings when you need fuel fast, or as a crunchy topping for weekend acai bowls and ice cream. Simple to mix and bake, this vegan-friendly recipe uses pantry staples to create a homemade treat that tastes far superior to store-bought bars.

Ingredients

1 2/3 cup Quaker Oat Bran hot cereal,

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
In a large bowl, combine 1 cup quick oats, 1 2/3 cups oat bran, 1/3 cup instant nonfat dry milk solids, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup hulled sunflower seeds, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons water, 1 teaspoon grated orange peel, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
3
Mix ingredients thoroughly until all dry components are evenly coated with the wet mixture.
4
Spread the mixture evenly in a 13x9-inch baking pan.
5
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once after 10 minutes to ensure even browning, until golden and fragrant.
6
Remove from oven and immediately stir in 3/4 cup dried banana chips and 1/2 cup raisins.
7
Allow granola to cool completely in the pan before breaking into clusters or storing.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 379.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.0g17%
Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 357.0mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 68.0g23%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g64%
Sugars 8.0g
Protein 8.0g16%

* 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

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Serve cold with milk, over yogurt, or as a fruit topping.

To serve hot: Place 1 cup granola in a microwave-safe bowl, add 1/2 cup skim milk, and microwave on HIGH for about 1 minute 30 seconds until heated through. Stir and serve.

Keywords: granola, oats, breakfast, healthy, vegan, baking, oat bran, sunflower seeds, homemade, crunchy, yogurt topping, banana chips, raisins, make-ahead, fiber

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