Granola Recipe greatness

Did you know homemade granola helps in digestion and reduces cholesterol, yielding a tasty and healthful first meal of the day or anytime snack? Granola is primarily made of toasted oats which are high in fiber. Half of this is insoluble fiber which aids digestion and the other half is soluble fiber which lowers cholesterol. Use granola recipes to make your own granola at home and you can harvest the benefits of healthful oats.

A granola bar recipe such as the chewy, wholesome, not too sweet homemade granola bars are just the things for lunch bag treat or after school snack. You can use whatever blend of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits you prefer, provided you keep the proportions the same. The ingredients that you are going to need are 3/4 cup rolled oats

• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted sunflower or pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons flax seed
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup dried fruit of your choice.

First preheat your oven to 350°F degrees and line a baking pan with foil that overhangs the pan on all sides by at least one inch. Set the pan aside after greasing it lightly. Now spread the oats, nuts, and seeds on a baking sheet and bake them for about 10 minutes and once done, let the mixture cool completely. Combine the wheat germ, flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon with a whisk until blended. Stir the oil and brown sugar with a whisk until smooth in a big mixing bowl. Stir in the egg and vanilla.  Also stir in the flour mixture just until combined, and stir in the oat mixture and dried fruit until well combined.

Evenly spread the mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing gently. Bake the bars for about 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the pan and place on a wire rack until the granola bars have cooled fully. Lift the slab of granola from the pan using the overhanging foil as handles and place on a cutting board. Cut bars as desired. This granola recipe yields homemade Granola Bars which will keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

There are many ways to add extra flavor to your granola. Like if you want it a little sweeter, add about 50 grams of white or brown sugar to the mixture before it is baked or add some citrus zest for a tart flavor.

Most recipes are easy to make and healthy too. So look no further for that perfect breakfast for your family but try out Easy Granola Recipes. Also, Healthy Granola Recipe is also perfect for allergic people as they can closely regulate by making modifications to the recipe. Homemade Recipe gives you that perfect homely touch with an assured goodness of purity. this recipe will keep for several months if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.