Discover one of my go-to recipes: homemade granola! Easy to make, it has become a staple in my kitchen. Forget store-bought versions—this recipe uses simple, healthy, and nutritious ingredients for the perfect blend to enjoy every day.
This granola is ideal as a topping for your yogurt or smoothie or even as cereal with milk and fruit!
Preparation
5
min
Cooking
30
min
Portion
10
Ingredients
- 625 ml (2 ½ cups) of rolled oats*
- 180 ml (¾ cup) of textured vegetable protein (TVP)
- 60 ml (¼ cup) of chia seeds
- 7.5 ml (½ tbsp) of ground cinnamon
- 2.5 ml (½ tsp) of ground cardamom (optional)
- A pinch of salt
- 80 ml (⅓ cup) of liquid egg whites
- 60 ml (¼ cup) of natural peanut butter
- 30 ml (2 tbsp) of maple syrup
- 7.5 ml (½ tbsp) of vanilla extract
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) of chopped nuts, your choice
- 45 ml (3 tbsp) of raisins or dried cranberries
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the oats, TVP, chia seeds, spices, and salt. Add the liquid ingredients and mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheet in a thin layer.
- Bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, and again after 25 minutes to ensure even baking.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Add the chopped nuts and dried fruit, mix gently, and let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
Keeps for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature.
*You can use quick-cooking oats or large rolled oats for this recipe.
Registered Dietitian Nutritionist in Quebec City
