LOW-FAT GRANOLA

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Most granola is packed with lots of fat and little nutrition. This version has goodness in every bite and is low in fat. Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt and sliced fresh fruit for a healthy breakfast. The recipe can easily be doubled.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup toasted wheat germ
1/2 cup flax seed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
1 cup chopped walnuts
5 tablespoons blackstrap molasses
1/3 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300 degrees.with rack in center. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, wheat germ, flax seed, cinnamon, ginger, sunflower seeds, and walnuts. In a small bowl, combine molasses, oil, and 1/3 cup water, and pour over the oat mixture; stir until well coated. Spread evenly in two baking pans.
  • Bake, stirring every 20 minutes or so for even cooking, until dry and lightly browned, about 45 minutes. Let granola cool to room temperature, then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.

Badhon Khatrio
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This granola is a great snack to have on hand. It's a healthy and delicious way to satisfy your cravings.


Chetachukwu Christian
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This granola is the perfect addition to my yogurt parfait. It adds a delicious crunch and flavor.


Ameen Mehar
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This granola is a great way to start your day. It's filling and satisfying, and it gives me energy for the morning.


Bappy Banerjee
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I love the flavor of this granola. The combination of oats, nuts, and seeds is perfect.


SIMYO KIM
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This granola is a great make-ahead breakfast or snack. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more whole grains.


Angel Levison
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I've made this granola several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of crunchy and chewy.


Olamilekan Boluwaji
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This granola is delicious and healthy. I love that it's low in fat and sugar.


Akhtar Zeb
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I made this granola for my family and they loved it! It's a great healthy snack.


Usman Khushal
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This granola is a great way to use up leftover oats. I also like that it's not too sweet.


Joan Tracy
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the granola is always delicious. I've also tried adding different nuts and seeds to the recipe, and it always turns out great.


Shab Mohammed
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This low-fat granola is a delicious and healthy way to start your day. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking.