Crunchy And Delicious Granola Recipe

Name: Crunchy And Delicious Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups thick-cut oatmeal; 1/2 cup hulled sunflower seeds; 1/3 cup hulled pumpkin seeds; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons flax seeds; 1 tablespoon wheat germ; 1 cup chopped dried cherries; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1/3 cup pure maple syrup; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

3 cups thick-cut oatmeal
1/2 cup hulled sunflower seeds
1/3 cup hulled pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
2 tablespoons flax seeds
1 tablespoon wheat germ
1 cup chopped dried cherries
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
3
Combine oatmeal, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, flax seeds, wheat germ, chopped dried cherries, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
4
Mix applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla in a separate bowl.
5
Pour applesauce mixture over the oatmeal mixture; mix until evenly coated.
6
Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets; smooth into a single thin layer.
7
Bake in preheated oven 20 minutes, stir gently to turn, and continue cooking until crisp and golden brown, another 15 to 20 minutes.

348

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups thick-cut oatmeal, 1/2 cup hulled sunflower seeds, 1/3 cup hulled pumpkin seeds, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, and more.

Yes, Crunchy And Delicious Granola falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crunchy And Delicious Granola

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Variations & substitutions

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