How to Make Homemade Cereal - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly comforting about a bowl of homemade cereal, especially when it's made with love and care. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast option or a satisfying snack, homemade cereal is an excellent choice. Not only is it simple to make, but you can also customize it to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs.

One of the best things about making your own cereal is that you know exactly what's going into it. With store-bought options, it can be...

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Ingredients

  • 7 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup wheat germ
  • 1 cup wheat bran
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped dates
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup flaked coconut (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 12

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Mix oats, wheat germ, and wheat bran together in a large bowl.
  • Stir brown sugar, vegetable oil, honey, and water together in another bowl until blended. Mix in vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Pour brown sugar mixture into oat mixture and stir until evenly moist. Transfer to a large, shallow baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until lightly browned, about 45 minutes. Add dates, pecans, and coconut to the baking dish and stir to combine. Continue to bake for about 15 more minutes. Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature.
  • Nutrition

    526 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Sodium: 219mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 77g
    • Dietary Fiber: 11g
    • Total Sugars: 33g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 497mg