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Maple Cinnamon Granola

Jessica Fisher · April 20, 2009 · 7 Comments

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Granola can be a pretty pricey grocery store item. However, it is very easy to make your own at home. If you can buy the ingredients in bulk and/or on sale, you will further reduce the cost. If maple syrup is out of the budget, you can easily substitute honey.

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Maple Cinnamon Granola

Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: homemade granola, maple granola
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 289kcal
Author: Jessica Fisher

Ingredients

  • 5 cup rolled oats do not use quick oats
  • 1/2 cup wheat bran
  • 1 cup wheat germ
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup neutral oil
  • 1/2 cup powdered milk
  • 2 tsp lemon, zested
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 F.
  • In very large mixing bowl, combine oats, bran, wheat germ, sesame seeds, salt, and cinnamon.
  • In separate mixing bowl, combine maple syrup, oil, powdered milk, citrus rind, and vanilla.
  • Pour wet mixture over dry and toss to coat evenly. Spread on large cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool for 10-15 minutes.
  • Crumble according to your preferences and stir in nuts and dried fruit. Cool completely.
  • Store in an airtight container. For longer shelf life, store the granola in the freezer.

Notes

If you are out of maple syrup you can substitute honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 342mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 2mg

 

Filed Under: Breakfast, Recipe Tagged With: granola

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  1. Lori Hurley says

    March 22, 2011 at

    Just wondering, what does the milk do? I made this last time and it was GREAT! I’ve been requested to make it again and I’m doing it tomorrow… this time with both maple syrup and honey because that’s what I have around.

    I was just wondering what the powdered milk did?

    Reply
    • Jessica says

      March 23, 2011 at

      I have no idea. But, I’m sure I’ve omitted it before. 🙂

      Reply
    • Renee B says

      May 28, 2011 at

      @Lori Hurley, It would add some protein for sure! Thanks for the great recipe.

      Reply
  2. kristy says

    July 9, 2011 at

    can i use veg oil or olive oil instead of canola oil? If i use honey instead of maple syrup how much should i use. thanks

    Reply
    • Jessica says

      July 9, 2011 at

      Yes, I sub in whatever oil or sweetener I have on hand. I think equal substitution should be fine.

      Reply

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