Homemade Granola (Alaskan)

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy, golden clusters of oats, nuts, and dried fruit baked to perfection
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Homemade Granola (Alaskan)

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 68.0

Description

This hearty homemade granola combines crunchy quick oats with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg for a comforting breakfast treat. Sweetened with brown sugar and applesauce, it offers a natural sweetness balanced by the rich texture of melted butter. The addition of chopped nuts and raisins provides satisfying crunch and chewy bursts of flavor in every bite. Perfect for topping yogurt, mixing into cereal bowls, or eating straight from the jar, this versatile snack is ideal for busy mornings or weekend leisure. It stores well at room temperature, making it a convenient pantry staple for healthy, energy-boosting meals.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the quick oats, instant cream of wheat, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until the oats are evenly coated.
  5. Fold in the chopped nuts and raisins.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from oven and stir with a fork to ensure even browning.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 300ðF (150ðC) and return the granola to the oven.
  9. Continue baking for another 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the granola is golden brown and dry.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into clusters.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 68.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2g12%
Saturated Fat 4.4g23%
Cholesterol 22.0mg8%
Sodium 1.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.5g
Protein 0.4g1%

* 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 cooled granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

For extra crunch, bake at the lower temperature (300ðF) for the entire duration, checking frequently.

You can substitute the chopped nuts with seeds like sunflower or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.

If you prefer larger clusters, press the mixture down firmly onto the baking sheet before baking.

Keywords: granola, oats, breakfast, homemade, nuts, raisins, cinnamon, baking, snack, healthy, crunchy, vegetarian, applesauce, brown sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, oatmeal, alaskan
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