CRANBERRY APPLE OATMEAL MIX!! BREAKFAST GIFT IN A JAR!!

dried cranberries

🥗Healthier: dried cherries

💰Cheaper: raisins

Dried cherries offer a similar tartness, while raisins are more economical.

dried apples

🥗Healthier: fresh apples

💰Cheaper: canned apples

Fresh apples provide a healthier option, while canned apples are often less expensive.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is generally cheaper.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Almonds are a healthier nut option, while sunflower seeds are less costly.

Start by measuring 2 cups of old-fashioned oats into a large bowl.

Add 1/2 cup of packed brown sugar to the oats.

Measure and add 1/2 cup of dried apples (can use freeze-dried or regular dried apples).

Add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans to the mixture.

Include 1/2 cup of dried cranberries.

Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of all spice.

Mix all the dry ingredients together thoroughly with a wooden spoon until well combined, ensuring there are no clumps of brown sugar.

Spoon the mixture into a jar, tapping it down to ensure it fits well.

Seal the jar with a lid and decorate as desired for gifting.

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