Fruit and Nut Cereal
Start your day off right with this wholesome and crunchy Fruit and Nut Cereal, a homemade breakfast blend that’s bursting with flavor and nutrition. Packed with hearty rolled oats, crunchy almonds and walnuts, and a naturally sweet mix of dried cranberries and apricots, this cereal is perfectly balanced with the goodness of chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, and unsweetened coconut flakes. A hint of cinnamon and a drizzle of honey tie it all together for a lightly toasted, golden-brown treat that’s as satisfying as it is nourishing. Quick to prepare and versatile, this homemade cereal can be enjoyed with milk, layered with yogurt, or simply munched on as a snack. With its combination of wholesome ingredients and customizable options, this recipe is a must-try for breakfast lovers seeking a healthy and delicious start to their day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup raw almonds
- 0.5 cup raw walnuts
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup dried apricots (chopped)
- 0.25 cup pumpkin seeds
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.25 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the honey and vanilla extract until slightly runny, about 1-2 minutes. Stir well.
Pour the warm honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl and mix thoroughly until all the oats and nuts are evenly coated.
Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.
Once golden and toasted, remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The mixture will harden as it cools.
Once cooled, fold in the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and coconut flakes.
Store the cereal in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Serve with milk, yogurt, or as a snack on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.7 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 639 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.4 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.2 g | 172% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.0 g | ||
| Protein | 60.1 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 488 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2545 mg | 54% | |
*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.
