Loading ...Since we first discovered homemade granola it has become a fixed part of our routine, every Sunday we make up a new batch to get us through the week.
Recently I found a recipe using applesauce, which I really liked the idea of. I didn’t want to use puffed rice cereal, and did want seeds, so came up with the recipe below which is a combination of the recipe I was using and this new one, and based on what’s in the pantry.
We mixed this batch up with cranberry-applesauce as that is what we have, and with no nuts as we don’t have any to hand. The cardamom adds a really interesting note.
RECIPE
Applesauce Granola
- 3 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup coconut flakes, unsweeteend
- ¼ cup flax seeds
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- pinch ground cardamom
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup applesauce, not chunky
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- In a large bowl combine oats, coconut, seeds and spices.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, applesauce, maple syrup, honey and vanilla.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir to combine. Spread on prepared baking sheet(s) in an even layer.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes (depending on the depth of goldenness you’re looking for), stirring every 10 to 15 minutes.
- Break granola up as desired and stir in dried fruit. Store in an airtight container.
Great idea with the applesauce to lower the sugar/sweetener index. I’ll definitely be trying this one.
Laurie@DomesticProductions
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Comment by Laurie Mitchell — February 16, 2010 @ 10:26 am
I love granola – but don’t like all the fat that is usually added – this looks yummy and so much healthier! Plus – I have all those jars of home canned applesauce in the pantry.
Comment by Melinda — February 16, 2010 @ 1:20 pm
I love granola and have always wanted to make some. I am going to try your out. It looks so delicious!! Thanks!!
Comment by Tiffanee — February 16, 2010 @ 7:15 pm
love the idea of using applesauce – I have to make my son’s granola because he’s on a gluten free diet… just wanted to stop by and let you know that I’ve left something on my blog for you http://actingbalanced.blogspot.com/2010/02/awards.html
Comment by Heather ~ Acting Balanced Mom — February 16, 2010 @ 10:00 pm
who doesn’t love granola…or applesauce for that matter! Sounds delish!
Comment by Emily — February 17, 2010 @ 12:30 pm
I’ve been making granola a lot lately – love the idea of applesauce.
Comment by Wendy (The Local Cook) — February 17, 2010 @ 6:11 pm
this really sounds delicious, I am going to try it! thanks.
Comment by Christy — February 21, 2010 @ 5:13 pm
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