In my pursuit to learn about millet I came across this granola recipe. It
was easy to make and turned out delicious! I love this recipe because you could make it
different every time by using different combinations of nuts, seeds and dried
fruit.
So I have adapted the recipe to reflect this and reduced the sugar.
This time I used almonds, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries and
currants.
1 cup toasted buckwheat (kasha)
2 tbsp. uncooked millet
1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup chopped unsalted nuts
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground ginger
2 tbsp. peanut butter (or another nut butter)
1 tbsp. honey
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
4 tbsp. any type or combination of unsalted seeds such as pumpkin, sesame,
and/or sunflower
1/4 cup dried fruit such as cranberries, cherries, and/or blueberries
2 tbsp. sultana raisins or currants
Preheat oven to 325°F.
In a large bowl, mix together the toasted buckwheat, millet, coconut, nuts,
cinnamon and ginger.
If your peanut/nut butter is on the thick/harder side, microwave it on
medium power for 15-30 seconds, until it is thin and pourable. Add the honey
and vanilla to the peanut/nut butter and whisk to mix together. Pour the
mixture over the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula until the dry
ingredients are evenly coated.
Spread mixture onto a non-stick baking sheet or use parchment paper.
Press down with a rubber spatula to form a large rectangle that holds together.
Place in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Remove and add the seeds.
Flip the mixture with a spatula and press together again to form a
rectangle. Return to the oven for 10 more minutes.
Remove from oven and sprinkle the dried fruit and raisins/currants over
the mixture, then press them down with a spatula.
Cool completely on the baking
sheet without stirring. Once cooled, break granola up into pieces. Store in a
bag or airtight container.
Serve over yogurt, hot cereal or enjoy as a trail mix.
Enjoy!
Shannon RD
Registered Dietitian
Original
recipe from http://www.vanilla-and-spice.com/2012/11/toasted-buckwheat-millet-granola.html
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