You aren't really a granola cruncher without a good granola recipe! I love this recipe because it is simple - very few ingredients! - and it is quick and easy to make. It can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container - I don't know how long it will stay fresh in an airtight container because it never lasts for more than a couple of days at our house. It's pretty popular with the kids and the husband!
You will need:
4 tbs peanut butter
4 tbs blue agave (you can substitute honey or pure maple syrup if needed)
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
Cooking spray
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray a cookie sheet with olive oil or coconut oil cooking spray.
In a mixing bowl, add peanut butter and agave. Microwave for 20-30 seconds until melted.
Add cinnamon and vanilla, stir until combined. Add oats, stir until oats are completely covered in mixture.
Spread mixture evenly onto cookie sheet and then bake for 7 minutes or until lightly browned.
Let cool so granola becomes crunchy...Mmmm!!
Serve 1/2 cup of granola in a bowl, sprinkle in some raisins, and add some unsweetened vanilla almond milk for a delicious breakfast!
*note: if you do not already buy natural peanut butter, I strongly encourage you to do so! Regular peanut butter has hydrogenated oil in it to help preserve shelf life and prevent separation. Natural peanut butter is much better for you!
*note: I prefer to use blue agave verses honey or maple syrup because it has a lower glycemic index but either of the three will do the trick!
May God Bless!
Ashley
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