Crunchy Granola Recipe - CEREAL SUBSTITUTE!

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🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds are often more affordable and nut-free.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Raisins are a budget-friendly option for sweetness.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

In a large bowl, add 8 cups of rolled oats.

Add walnut pieces to the oats.

In a saucepan, combine 0.5 cup of water, 1.5 cups of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and vanilla extract to taste.

Heat the mixture on the stove until the sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally.

Once dissolved, pour the syrup mixture over the oats and nuts, mixing well to coat evenly.

Spread the mixture onto two cookie sheets lined with parchment paper, ensuring a thin layer for crunchiness.

Preheat the oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit.

Bake the granola for 45 minutes to 1 hour, checking at the 45-minute mark for desired crunchiness.

After baking, let the granola cool for about 20 minutes.

Break apart the granola into clusters of desired size and transfer to a container for storage.

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