Grape Nuts Homemade Breakfast Cereal
Start your morning with a wholesome and nostalgic twist by making your own Grape Nuts Homemade Breakfast Cereal! This easy, oven-baked recipe combines the nutty goodness of whole wheat flour, the natural sweetness of brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla for a deeply satisfying crunch. Using just six simple pantry ingredients, this cereal is baked twice to achieve its signature crisp texture, perfect for soaking up milk or adding a delightful crunch to yogurt. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and customizable serving options, this homemade cereal is a healthier and more cost-effective alternative to store-bought varieties. Perfect for meal prep, it stays fresh in an airtight container for days, making it the ultimate breakfast staple for busy mornings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Stir until the dry ingredients are evenly mixed.
Add the buttermilk and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until a thick, sticky dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and spread each portion thinly and evenly onto the prepared baking sheets, about 1/8 inch thick. Use the back of a spoon or an offset spatula to even it out.
Bake the dough in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the surface is firm and lightly browned.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the dough to cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Using your hands, break the baked dough into small, bite-sized pieces. Spread the pieces evenly over the baking sheets.
Return the smaller pieces to the oven and bake at 275°F (135°C) for an additional 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even drying. The cereal is done when it is completely dry and crisp.
Let the cereal cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container for storage.
Serve with milk, yogurt, or your favorite fresh fruit for a delicious and hearty breakfast.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.6 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 54 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 3004 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.4 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.2 g | ||
| Protein | 47.7 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1833 mg | 39% | |
*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.
