Saturday, October 10, 2009

Apple Granola



I love granola.  I started making it about a year ago, and has since become my favorite breakfast.  I make 1 batch every week or so - we go through it so quickly.  I like a lot of cinnamon in my granola...that way I can use less sugar :)  This granola has just a hint of apple spice in it, which I think makes it exceptionally yummy, especially when served over applesauce! 

Apple Granola

6 C oats (I use Old Fashioned, but quick work too)
1/4 C applesauce
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 C brown sugar

Combine applesauce (do not use chunky applesauce), cinnamon and brown sugar in a saucepan and cook over medium heat until mixture boils.  You may need to add 1/4 C water to thin the mixture.



Pour the mixture over the oats and stir to combine.



Place granola on a cookie sheet, and bake at 350 for 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes.



Turn off the oven, and allow the granola to crisp up in the oven. Be careful to crack open the oven door so the granola does not burn.

Store in an airtight container in your pantry for up to a couple of weeks (ours usually doesn't last more than a week).

This post is linked to Slightly Indulgent Mondays and Monday Munchies.

16 comments:

  1. Just stopping by to see all the yummy stuff you've posted this week. It all looks terrific but that chicken stew really caught my eye. Sounds like a perfect fall meal. It's going on my gotta try list! Have a great weekend :-)

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  2. Does this get crunchy? I love crunchy granola!

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  3. This looks so good! I have to try this SOON! Maybe next week. Yum!!

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  4. I have been making a lot of granola lately. This one looks so simple and yummy. It is in the oven right now and my house smells so good. I can't wait to taste it. Thanks for the great and simple recipe:)

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  5. That looks and sounds AMAZING and so fall-esque! I'm definitely printing this recipe.

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  6. Yummy I am going to give this a try. I am a granola lover to.

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  7. Homemade granola is so good and so easy to make! It makes me wonder why storebought granola is so expensive. Love the apple cinnamon twist on this.

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  8. I love that this is so low in calories. I adore granola but usually pass it by because it's so packed with hip padders. Thanks for sharing this with us.

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  9. I've been wanting to try some granola lately. Thanks for posting a great recipe!
    ~Liz

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  10. I would make this right now but I am out of brown sugar. Guess I will have to wait until I make a trip to the grocery! It really looks delicious!

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  11. YUMMY!!! YUM!!! I love granola. THANKS!!! for the recipe. Geri

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  12. Thanks for linking this yummy treat up to Monday Munchies! Have a great week! :-)

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  13. I've been perfecting my granola recipe - it's not quite right yet but I do like the process. I've been making bars, though. Joe loves them and actually requests them for his lunch instead of anything store bought which makes me feel good.

    We love lots of spice and I agree that more spice means you can use less sweetener. Cinnamon has a wonderful natural sweetness.

    Thanks for linking to Slightly Indulgent Mondays!
    Amy @ Simply Sugar & Gluten-Free

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  14. I too make a batch of granola every week, and it just about lasts the 2 of us the week. I hadn't thought of using applesauce, I will definitely be trying this recipe next time.

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  15. Just wanted to share that I made this today and CANNOT WAIT for breakfast tomorrow to eat it. It's wonderful!

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  16. Just made this as I needed a nut-free granola for our preschool and IT'S GREAT! I'll admit I was skeptical - thought it would be too dry? Not enough oil? Nope - it's a keeper. Thanks for sharing!

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