Low Fat High Protein Granola
Fuel your mornings or snack time with this wholesome *Low Fat High Protein Granola*! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like old-fashioned oats, whey protein powder, ground flaxseed, and an irresistible medley of almonds and walnuts, this granola offers the perfect balance of crunch and nutrition. Lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and bound together with unsweetened applesauce and egg whites, this recipe is high in protein, lower in calories, and crafted for health-conscious eaters. A touch of cinnamon adds warmth, while the crisp rice cereal provides a light, airy texture. Perfect for enjoying as a breakfast cereal with your favorite milk or yogurt, or as a satisfying snack on the go, this granola combines flavor and function in every bite. Plus, with only 15 minutes of prep time, it's an easy and delicious way to fuel your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup Whey protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 cup Crisp rice cereal
- 0.5 cup Almonds, chopped
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
- 0.25 cup Ground flaxseed
- 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Honey or maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 large Egg whites
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, crisp rice cereal, chopped almonds, walnuts, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until all the dry ingredients are well combined.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the applesauce, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and egg whites until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet, pressing down lightly to compact it.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the granola is golden brown. Stir the granola halfway through baking to ensure even toasting.
Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, break the granola into clusters and store in an airtight container.
Enjoy your Low Fat High Protein Granola as a breakfast cereal with milk or yogurt, or as a snack by itself.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.3 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 88 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 242 mg | 5% | |
*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.
