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Maple Granola

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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.

Recipe: Maple Granola

Ingredients

  • 5 cups rolled oats (do not use quick oats)
  • 1/2 cup wheat bran
  • 1 cup wheat germ
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 Tablespoons cinnamon
  • 1 cup real maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1/2 cup powdered nonfat milk
  • 2 teaspoons lemon or orange rind
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 1 cup raisins or dried cranberries

Instructions

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

Preparation time: 15 minute(s)

Cooking time: 1 hour(s)

Number of servings (yield): 8

About Jessica Fisher

I believe great meals don't have to be complicated or expensive. There's a better way, and it won't take all afternoon.

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Comments

  1. Lori Hurley says
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    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?

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

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

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  2. kristy says
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    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

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

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