Homemade Superfood Protein Granola
What Started it all:
i want to recreate my favorite store-bought granola [superfood protein granola](https://www.lidl.com/products/4056489036753), quinoa & fruit (tagline is: “made from clusters of whole grain oats, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, and delicious blueberries and pomegranate seeds”) . the ingredients on back of the box says: INGREDIENTS: WHOLE GRAIN ROLLED OATS, WHEAT, PUFFED QUINOA, SUGAR, OLIGOFRUCTOSE, WHOLE GRAIN BARLEY FLAKES, WHOLE GRAIN WHEAT FLAKES, SUNFLOWER OIL, PUMPKIN SEEDS, HONEY, FREEZE DRIED POMEGRANATE KERNELS, FREEZE DRIED BLUEBERRIES, GRATED DESICCATED COCONUT, SALT, BARLEY MALT EXTRACT, LECITHIN, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS (ANTIOXIDANT).
This delightful homemade granola is a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients that mimic your favorite store-bought version. Packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants, this granola is not only nutritious but also incredibly delicious. Enjoy it with yogurt, milk, or simply as a snack!
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole grain rolled oats
- 1 cup wheat flakes
- 1 cup puffed quinoa
- 1/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup oligo-fructose (or substitute with honey or agave syrup)
- 1 cup whole grain barley flakes
- 1 cup sunflower oil
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried pomegranate kernels
- 1/2 cup freeze-dried blueberries
- 1/4 cup grated desiccated coconut
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon barley malt extract
- 1 teaspoon lecithin (optional)
- 1 teaspoon mixed tocopherols (antioxidant, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole grain rolled oats, wheat flakes, puffed quinoa, whole grain barley flakes, and pumpkin seeds.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sunflower oil, honey, sugar, oligo-fructose, barley malt extract, and salt until well combined.
- 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.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even browning. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.
- Once golden and fragrant, remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Once cooled, stir in the freeze-dried pomegranate kernels, freeze-dried blueberries, and grated desiccated coconut.
- Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Now you have a delicious and nutritious homemade superfood protein granola that rivals your favorite store-bought version! Feel free to customize it with your favorite nuts or seeds for an extra boost. Enjoy it as a breakfast, snack, or topping for your favorite desserts!