Deliciously Healthy Granola

Deliciously Healthy Granola

For those super busy mornings this granola is great with either milk (I suggest almond milk), yogurt (I suggest greek yogurt) w/ berries, or eaten by the handful!  It is lower in sugar, carbs and calories than regular granola and has a bunch of healthy fat, protein and fiber to keep you fuller longer than traditional granola.  And, most importantly this granola tastes delicious!

Ingredients:

1 cup oats

¼ cup walnuts, pecans or almonds

2 tbsp teaspoons flax seeds

2 tbsp chia seeds

⅓ cup chopped dried cherries

¼ tsp sea salt

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp nutmeg

¼ cup unsweetened applesauce

2 tbsp Honey

2 tsp vanilla extract

Directions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees.  Line baking sheet with wax paper.  Combine oats, walnuts, flax seed, chia seed, cherries, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg in a large bowl.  In a separate bowl combine the applesauce, honey and vanilla extract, then pour over oat mixture and stir to make sure it fully coats all the ingredients.  Spread onto the lined baking sheet, making sure to make an even layer across the baking sheet.  Bake for about 15 minutes, stir the mixture and bake for another 10-15 minutes or until it is a crisp golden brown.  Store in a glass, metal or plastic container at room temperature.  Makes about eight ¼ cup servings.

Approx. Nutrition Facts: Cals. 125   Fat 3g   Carbs. 16g  Protein 6g   Fiber 5g