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Good Morning Granola

January 30, 2011 by Leave a Comment

It’s nearly a month into this new year and I’ve spent it catching my breath. Last year, 2010, was pretty intense, emotional, and filled with extremes. I got married and saw others I love do the same, I tried to help mend the broken hearts of two dear friends and it broke my heart to see them so fractured, I became an Aunt, and I lost my favorite person on the planet to an arduous battle with cancer.  I learned a lot about who I am and want to be, and came out a little tougher because of it. I couldn’t be more relieved that it is all over and I look forward to a new year. For me, 2011 is like a bright  morning, fresh and new…

A fresh, new, morning calls for a crunchy and wholesome breakfast. Enter granola. If you haven’t ever made granola, you should. Not only is it super easy to make, but it is far more cost effective than pricey, store-bought granolas. Plus, the freshly baked stuff is a whole different experience. For me, along with oatmeal, granola must contain some sort of nut and/or seed. Preferably both. This batch contained the standard oats, some rice puffs, sliced almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, and chia seeds. Chia is the herb used to grow the “Chia Pet”, which I didn’t know was edible until I saw it in the bulk bins at Whole Foods. The seeds are tiny and I would liken them to poppy seeds. I love this granola as a topping for greek yogurt…they make good friends. I keep add-ins like chocolate chips and dried fruits out of the bag so that my husband and I can customize each bowl.

Good Morning Granola

adapted from La Tartine Gourmande

As far as add-ins, add and omit as you like. Some good ones are: dried cranberries, dried blueberries, banana chips, white or dark chocolate chips, coconut, poppy or sesame seeds, and dried spices.

3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

1 cup rice puffs

1/2 cup each: slivered almonds and pepitas

1/4 cup sunflower seeds

1-2 Tablespoons chia seeds

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

2 tablespoons sugar

1/3 cup honey

1/3 cup water

Preheat oven to 300 F and line a baking sheet with parchment.

Place oats, rice puffs, almonds, and seeds in a large bowl.

In a small saucepan heat butter, sugar, salt, honey, spices, and water together, simmering until sugar has dissolved. Stir into oat mixture to coat.

Transfer mixture to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden.

Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

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Comments

  1. Xiaolu @ 6 Bittersweets

    January 30, 2011 at 3:50 pm

    Beautiful shots, especially the second diptych. I’ve always wanted to make my own granola!

    Reply
    • cindy

      January 30, 2011 at 3:55 pm

      @ 6 Bittersweets

      Thanks! You should make some, it’s well worth the effort.

      Reply
  2. jbizzel

    January 30, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    So happy to see a new post! Can’t wait for more!

    Reply
    • cindy

      January 30, 2011 at 5:12 pm

      @ jbizzle

      thanks Mister Doctor J. Bizzle.

      Reply
  3. Cubicle

    January 30, 2011 at 8:52 pm

    That recipe sounds great! I love granola but have never tried to make it myself. Yum!

    Reply
  4. Jennifer

    January 30, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    I just stumbled onto your site and I have to say your photography is absolutely stunning!

    It certainly sounds like you had a very busy year last year. Hopefully this year will give you more time to do the things you want.

    Your granola looks delicious.

    Reply
  5. Michelle

    January 31, 2011 at 12:26 pm

    Wow. That shot with the spoonful of granola is awesome. Well done! And the granola sounds delish too.

    Reply
  6. cindy

    February 2, 2011 at 2:22 pm

    i’m happy for the wonderful things that happened for you last year, sorry for the bad and glad you came out on the other side. your photos look fabulous and should be in a book or magazine!

    Reply
    • cindy

      February 3, 2011 at 7:48 am

      thanks Cindy! you are always too sweet 🙂

      Reply
  7. matida

    February 3, 2011 at 2:00 am

    Ohh, I just love your food styling…and just to let you know, you inspired me a lot;)

    Reply
  8. natalie @ The SoHo

    February 3, 2011 at 3:20 pm

    This looks so good! Yum.

    Reply
  9. seanrahe

    February 4, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    so tasty! thanks for making me some morning snackysnacks!

    Reply
  10. bonbon oiseau

    February 8, 2011 at 3:47 pm

    such a beautiful and meaningful post–i’m sorry for your loss–i know how hard that can be and all the other things that happened…i was so happy to have been a part (in my bonbon way) of your wedding and I am so grateful for your support. I know I am a month late, but I like to start the year near Chinese New Year–January is a bust for me…here’s to an excellent new year of the rabbit!! oxo

    Reply
    • cindy

      February 8, 2011 at 5:13 pm

      Oh, Deb…thanks! you are the sweetest and all of my BonBon’s are treasures, especially my fleur. we can be late on the 2011 train together, Happy New Year too you as well!! xoxo

      Reply
  11. Kayla @ Fitter Than Choc

    February 18, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    Thanks for the great recipe! I love granola too (or rather anything that contains oats)! I’ve bookmarked this recipe and hope to try it soon!

    Reply
    • cindy

      February 18, 2011 at 8:05 pm

      great! i hope you like it 🙂

      Reply
  12. Rowena

    July 26, 2011 at 8:09 pm

    HELP! HOW MUCH HONEY? This recipe looks great – but in the method you mention honey, but it isn’t in the list of ingredients! How much do you use? Many thanks!

    Reply
    • cindy

      July 27, 2011 at 2:48 am

      Rowena, I am so sorry! It is 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup)…sorry for the missing ingredient and thank you for brining it to my attention!

      Reply

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