Cranberry Almond Cereal Mix Diabetic Friendly
Start your day right with this nutritious and flavorful Cranberry Almond Cereal Mix, specially crafted to be diabetic-friendly without sacrificing taste. Packed with wholesome ingredients like old-fashioned rolled oats, unsweetened dried cranberries, and sliced almonds, this cereal mix is lightly sweetened with stevia or monk fruit for a touch of natural, low-glycemic sweetness. Enhanced with the warm spice of cinnamon and the crunch of pumpkin seeds and coconut flakes, this homemade mix is baked to perfection with a hint of vanilla and coconut oil for a satisfying, toasty aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile cereal is perfect as a quick breakfast with unsweetened almond milk or yogurt, or even as a grab-and-go snack. Naturally low in added sugars, rich in fiber, and loaded with texture, it’s the ultimate guilt-free way to fuel your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Raw almonds, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened coconut flakes
- 0.25 cup Pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 1 tablespoon Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, unsweetened dried cranberries, sliced almonds, ground cinnamon, unsweetened coconut flakes, and pumpkin seeds. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a small bowl, mix together the stevia or monk fruit sweetener, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Use a spatula to thoroughly coat all the ingredients.
Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a thin layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. Watch closely during the last few minutes to prevent burning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cereal mix cool completely on the tray. It will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the cereal mix to an airtight container for storage. It can be kept at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Serve on its own as a snack or with unsweetened almond milk or yogurt for a balanced breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1767 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.6 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.8 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1449 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
