Following clean eating principles of combining a complex carb and lean protein, this yummy breakfast granola is packed with carbs and protein. This breakfast will definitely give you enough energy to get through the morning. Each 1/
2 cup serving has 11 grams of protein!
This dish makes for a great breakfast on the weekends since it takes a little time for prep and baking. However, the prepared granola can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in a tightly covered container, which makes for quick and easy reheating.
Makes 8 (1/2 cup) servings
Prep time: 15 minutes
Bake time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 3 cups regular rolled oats
- 1 cup coarsely shredded unpeeled apple
- 1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp. vanilla or 1/2 tsp. almond extract
- Milk (almond, soy or “clean” milk of your choice)
- Fresh raspberries, blueberries and/or sliced strawberries (optional)
Directions:
- Lightly coat baking pan (15x10x1) with nonstick cooking spray; set to the side.
- In a bowl, combine oats, apple, and wheat germ. Mix together well.
- In a saucepan, stir together water, honey, and cinnamon, bringing to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat. Stir in the vanilla or almond extract. Pour this mixture over the oat mixture; toss to coat. In coated baking pan, spread oat mixture evenly.
- Bake oat mixture in oven at 325 degrees for approximately 45 minutes or until a golden brown in color, stirring occasionally. Spread granola onto a piece of foil and cool for approximately 30 minutes before serving. Serve granola with milk. Add fresh berries if desired.
