Slow-Cooked Granola - Lakeland Cooks!

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are often more affordable and still provide crunch.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: none

Fresh fruit can be a lower-calorie option.

Measure 1/2 cup of honey into a 2 cup glass measure.

Add 1/3 cup of canola oil to the honey.

Add 1/2 cup of brown sugar to the mixture.

Add 1/3 cup of peanut butter to the mixture.

Heat the mixture in the microwave until the brown sugar starts to dissolve and the honey becomes liquefied.

Measure 5 cups of rolled oats into the slow cooker.

Add 1/4 cup of toasted coconut to the oats.

Add 1/4 cup of sesame seeds to the oats.

Add 1/4 cup of ground flax seeds to the oats.

Stir the oat mixture well to combine.

Pour the heated peanut butter mixture into the slow cooker with the oats and stir to combine.

Place the lid on the slow cooker with the handle of a wooden spoon in the lid to keep it slightly open.

Turn the slow cooker on low and set a timer for 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.

Once done, pour the granola into a pan to cool completely.

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