Ingredients for Alternate Vanilla Granola
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup wheat germ
- ½ cup chopped almonds
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- Salt
- Ground Cinnamon
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup honey
- Sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup dried cranberries
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How to Make Alternate Vanilla Granola
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Position rack in the middle.
- Lightly spray a large baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, 1 cup wheat germ, ½ cup chopped almonds, ½ cup pumpkin seeds, and ½ cup shredded coconut.
- In a small saucepan, combine ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup honey, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Simmer over medium heat until slightly bubbly (about 2-3 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Pour the warm wet ingredients over the oat mixture and stir well to combine.
- Use your hands to thoroughly mix the granola until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Spread the granola in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, stirring every 5-10 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and stir in ½ cup dried cranberries (optional).
- Let the granola cool completely on a wire rack before storing.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
64g
Fat
7g
Carbs
18g
