Mixed Fruit Granola

Vegetarian
Health score
13%
Mixed Fruit Granola
45 min.
4
742kcal

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Welcome to the delicious world of Mixed Fruit Granola! This delightful recipe is not only vegetarian but also loaded with the goodness of wholesome ingredients, making it a perfect choice for a nourishing breakfast or a satisfying brunch. Whether you’re fueling up for a busy day or enjoying a leisurely weekend morning, this granola will tantalize your taste buds while keeping you energized.

Imagine the aroma of oats toasting in the oven, paired with the sweet notes of brown sugar and buttery goodness. This granola is a medley of flavors and textures, thanks to the chewy dried mixed fruit, crunchy pecans, and nutty sunflower seeds. The best part? You can control what goes into it, allowing for endless customization to suit your preferences or dietary needs.

In just 45 minutes, you can prepare a batch that will yield about four servings of this delightful treat. Plus, it holds well in an airtight container for up to two weeks—perfect for meal prep! Enjoy it with your favorite yogurt, sprinkle it over smoothie bowls, or simply grab a handful as a quick snack on the go. Whatever your choice, this Mixed Fruit Granola is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup firmly brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • tablespoons plus 
  • cup fruit mixed dried chopped
  • cups regular oats uncooked
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped
  • tablespoons sesame seed 
  • 0.3 cup sunflower seed kernels 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.3 cup wheat germ 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a bowl. Set oats mixture aside.
  2. Cook butter and brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Stir in corn syrup.
  3. Remove from heat, and stir in vanilla.
  4. Pour sugar mixture evenly over oats mixture, tossing to coat well.
  5. Spread mixture evenly in a lightly greased jelly-roll or broiler pan.
  6. Bake at 350 for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring 3 times. Cool completely. Stir in dried fruit.
  7. Note: Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks.
  8. Susan Cearley, Pipe Creek, Texas

Nutrition Facts

Calories742kcal
Protein6.98%
Fat45.81%
Carbs47.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51.25
Glycemic Load
17.68
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.475652101247%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.49mg
Epigallocatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:742.11kcal
37.11%
Fat:38.99g
59.99%
Saturated Fat:16.47g
102.91%
Carbohydrates:90.41g
30.14%
Net Carbohydrates:80.49g
29.27%
Sugar:41.16g
45.73%
Cholesterol:61.01mg
20.34%
Sodium:203.77mg
8.86%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.26%
100%
Protein:13.37g
26.74%
Manganese:3.8mg
190.13%
Selenium:30.09µg
42.99%
Phosphorus:423.82mg
42.38%
Vitamin B1:0.63mg
42.14%
Magnesium:160.67mg
40.17%
Fiber:9.92g
39.67%
Copper:0.73mg
36.66%
Zinc:4.28mg
28.56%
Vitamin E:4mg
26.67%
Iron:4.63mg
25.74%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.79%
Folate:66.07µg
16.52%
Vitamin A:718.45IU
14.37%
Potassium:497.89mg
14.23%
Calcium:132.1mg
13.21%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.61%
Vitamin B3:2.24mg
11.19%
Vitamin B5:1.11mg
11.1%
Vitamin K:5µg
4.76%
Source:My Recipes