Best 4 Crunchy Granola Breakfast Cereal Recipes

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Kickstart your day with a delightful symphony of flavors and textures! Crunchy Granola Breakfast Cereal offers a delightful array of recipes that cater to diverse dietary preferences and flavor palates. Embark on a culinary journey with gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free options that nourish your body and tantalize your taste buds. Indulge in the classic delight of Original Crunchy Granola, where oats, nuts, and seeds harmonize perfectly with a touch of natural sweetness. For a guilt-free indulgence, explore the guilt-free indulgence, explore the Low-Carb Granola, brimming with wholesome ingredients and a symphony of flavors. If you crave a protein-packed start, dive into the Protein-Packed Granola, where nuts, seeds, and a boost of protein powder unite to keep you satiated and energized throughout the day. Discover the magic of the Nut-Free Granola, a delightful haven for those with nut allergies, featuring a symphony of seeds and dried fruits that burst with flavor. Whichever recipe you choose, a symphony of flavors and textures awaits, promising a delightful breakfast experience that kickstarts your day with a smile.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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This crisp, lightly sweet mixture is great just eaten out of hand or as an ice cream topping. My husband and I grow wheat, barley and canola.-Lorna Jacobsen, Arrowwood, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2/3 cup honey
1/2 cup canola oil
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup salted sunflower kernels
2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the honey, oil and brown sugar; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. , In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, coconut, sesame seeds and sunflower kernels. Add honey mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Spread onto two ungreased baking pans. , Bake at 300° for 20 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in raisins. Bake 10 minutes longer. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1148 calories, Fat 57g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 158g carbohydrate (95g sugars, Fiber 12g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CRUNCHY GRANOLA BREAKFAST CEREAL



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I'm a huge fan of crunchy granola breakfast cereals, but wanted to make my own so I could change it up now and again. Makes a great addition to yogurt or topping for ice cream.

Provided by MichelleCarver

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 cups rolled oats
1 cup freshly ground flax seed meal
1 cup steel-cut oats
1 cup oat bran
½ cup wheat germ
1 cup chopped pecans
¾ cup agave nectar
½ cup canned pumpkin
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup water
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 cup finely chopped dates
1 cup miniature chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Mix rolled oats, flax seed meal, steel-cut oats, oat bran, wheat germ, and pecans in a large bowl. Whisk agave nectar, pumpkin, brown sugar, water, canola oil, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and sea salt in a separate bowl, stirring until brown sugar and salt are dissolved. Pour liquid ingredients over rolled oats mixture and stir to coat. Spread mixture on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Stir dates into granola and continue baking until granola is lightly golden brown, 20 to 30 more minutes, stirring once. Let cool completely and mix miniature chocolate chips into granola. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.1 calories, Carbohydrate 45.4 g, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 76 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

CRUNCHY GRANOLA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup water
4 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups rolled oats
2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, or slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper and reserve.
  • Combine brown sugar and water in a 4-cup microwave proof glass measuring cup or bowl. Place in microwave on high for 5 minutes and cook until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from microwave, add vanilla extract and salt.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, nuts, and brown sugar syrup mixture. Stir until thoroughly mixed. Spread the granola onto cookie sheets and bake 45 minutes to 1 hour or until golden and crunchy.
  • When the mixture comes out of the oven, it is still very pliable. You may choose to add in dried fruit as a finishing touch at this time. When granola has cooled completely, store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fiber 4.6 grams, Protein 7.3 grams

CRUNCHY BREAKFAST CEREAL



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While I was growing up, my mom would often make this delicious sweet cereal. I loved it so much, I remember requesting it for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 16 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 cups old-fashioned oats
2 cups whole wheat flour
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 cup toasted wheat germ
1 cup all-bran cereal
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bow, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, coconut, pecans, wheat germ and cereal. In another bowl, mix oil, water, vanilla and salt. Pour over oat mixture; toss to coat. Pour into two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 275° for 1 hour, stirring every 10 minutes. Add raisins. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 423 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 154mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of oats for a more complex flavor and texture. Old-fashioned oats, quick-cooking oats, and steel-cut oats can all be used in granola.
  • Add nuts and seeds for extra crunch and flavor. Some popular choices include almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds.
  • Sweeten the granola with honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar. If you want a less sweet granola, you can also use brown sugar or coconut sugar.
  • Add spices for a warm and inviting flavor. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger are all popular choices.
  • Bake the granola at a low temperature for a longer period of time to ensure that it is crispy and golden brown.
  • Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

With its combination of crunchy oats, sweet dried fruit, and nutty seeds, homemade granola is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. It is also very versatile and can be enjoyed with milk, yogurt, or fruit. If you are looking for a healthy and satisfying breakfast cereal, granola is a great option.

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