For all those who find normal muesli boring, there's granola. I'll show you how to make your own crunchy granola. In just 5 minutes and without sugar, you can make crunchy granola in the frying pan.
Are you tired of eating the same bland muesli every morning? Are you longing for something that gives your breakfast a real kick and provides variety? Then I've got just the thing for you: Why not make your own crunchy muesli? ☝️😋
Imagine standing in your kitchen, surrounded by wonderfully fragrant ingredients. You mix oat flakes with your favorite nuts, some honey or maple syrup and a pinch of Cinnamon*.
The aroma that wafts from the kitchen as your muesli crisps to perfection is simply heavenly. And the best thing? You know exactly what's in it - no hidden sugars or preservatives.
Only pure, homemade granola.
In this blog post, I'll show you how to make your own crunchy muesli in a few simple steps. It's easier than you think, and the result? Simply irresistible! Ready to give your morning a crunchy start? Let's get started!
Those who like it crispy, will also certainly love this homemade quinoa cereal.
Table of contents
- Why should I make my own crunchy muesli?
- What ingredients do I need for homemade granola?
- Recipe: Make your own crunchy muesli in the frying pan
- How can I prepare granola in the oven?
- Muesli variations and recipe ideas
- FAQ - the most frequently asked questions about crunchy muesli
- Make crunchy muesli yourself without sugar
Why should I make my own crunchy muesli?
Anyone who pays attention to their diet and health has long given cornflakes or muesli from the supermarket shelf a wide berth.
There are many arguments against the purchased products - first and foremost their high sugar content. But the look at the back of the package does not bode well. Ingredients: Sugar and palm fat. Lots of it. In every muesli. No matter whether "fitness muesli" or normal "breakfast muesli".
Cornflakes do not keep you full for long and provide few nutrients. But the crunch factor clearly speaks in their favor. Cornflakes are really tasty and crunchy ❤️😊
But there is a good alternative: granola - crunchy muesli. The United the advantages of Muesli and Cornflakes. The good news: making your own crunchy muesli is really not an art. It's quite simple and quick to do.
If, like me, you're not a fan of raisins, you may find mueslis of all kinds quite difficult. Hardly any mix can do without raisins. If you make your own muesli, you can easily do without them and replace the wrinkly grapes with dates, cranberries or nuts.
I like to finish off my muesli with a few crunchy cocoa nibs and seeds for that extra crunch factor. But more on that in a moment.
Saving in larger quantities
Granola can be prepared in large quantities. So you don't have to spend time in the oven or on the stove every day.
After it has cooled down, I always put it in Tupperware bowls and take it to the Office. Everyone is happy about it. Depending on preferences, dried fruit and nuts can also be added.
Making crunchy muesli yourself is favorable. Take a close look at the Price per kilo in the supermarket, some blends cost up to 15 euros. You often get really little for your money. Often it's just enough for 3-4 portions.
If you simply buy the ingredients for the granola yourself, you can get by for a long time. Because you only need a little of everything.
You have to try these breakfast muffins with oatmeal and blueberries!
What ingredients do I need for homemade granola?
Since tastes are known to be very different, I have compiled a list for you. Here you can find ingredients for your granola, which you can combine as you like.
Which cereals fit into DIY muesli?
Oat flakes are most commonly used in granola muesli. They contain many Dietary fiber, satiating long and are packed with nutrients, that are good for our body.
I recommend you Fine leaf oatmeal* to use. They are much more tender, smaller and, in my experience, crispier than large flakes.
Good alternatives for oatmeal are:
- Spelt flakes,
- Soy flakes*,
- Buckwheat flakes,
- Rice flakes,
- Emmer flakes,
- Barley flakes,
- Quinoa flakes,
- Amaranth flakes.
If you have problems with gluten, you can gluten-free oat flakes perish.
Dried fruits for granola
Plums, dates, raisins, apricots, cranberries, figs, apples or bananas - what do you fancy?
It is important that you only mix the dried fruit into the crunchy muesli after baking/heavily frying. Otherwise they will become rock hard, some will burn and will no longer be edible.
Sweetness for your crunchy muesli
Especially delicious are honey and Agave syrup*. You can also Birch sugar* or Coconut blossom sugar* They are not as harmful to the body as classic household sugar. Maple syrup or rice syrup also work well.
Depending on your preference and ingredients, the amount of sweetener. It's best to try it out. If you don't get enough, you can always stir in a little honey later while eating.
Try the muesli with homemade rice milk!
Seeds and nuts for the crunch factor in your muesli
You can really put anything you like in here. Kernels, nuts and seeds contain important fiber, proteins, minerals and Omega-3 fatty acids. They also give the muesli more bite and a good taste.
Try these varieties:
- Almonds, hazelnuts,
- Walnuts, pecan nuts,
- Cashews*peanuts, macadamia nuts,
- Pumpkin seeds,
- Coconut flakes,
- Flaxseed*, Chia seeds*,
- Sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, pine nuts.
Best is a ready mix of nuts. So it is guaranteed not to be boring.
Spices that should not be missing when making crunchy muesli yourself
If your muesli is still lacking that certain something, you can use Cinnamon*, Cocoa powder* or vanilla extract can help. If you like it unusual, you can also mix rosemary or thyme into the muesli.
Also Cardamom* often ends up in cereal bowls. For those who like it a little fiery a small pinch of finely ground salt and pepper. Chili powder. By the way, chili tastes really good in combination with cocoa. You can also mix nutmeg and allspice into the granola.
The most common is with Cinnamon* helped. In doing so, you should refer to Ceylon Cinnamon* which is considered much healthier than cassia Cinnamon*.
And remember: you eat with your eyes. Beautiful cereal bowls and fresh fruit can convince even those who don't like cereal to give breakfast a chance.
This set consists of four beautiful bowls and a great e-book with different muesli recipes.
Recipe: Make your own crunchy muesli in the frying pan
Are you ready? Then let's get straight to it. I'm going to tell you my personal favorite recipe for crunchy muesli. Here you will find a very detailed description for each step. The instructions are aimed at anyone who doesn't have much experience in this area.
At the end of the article you can see a short version of the recipe. You can also find out all about the nutritional values per portion.
This recipe makes enough for about 10 portions.
Ingredients:
- 50 g hazelnuts
- 1 tbsp chopped cranberries
- 150 g oatmeal
- 50 g Soy flakes*
- 50 g sunflower seeds
- 50 g ground almonds*
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 TBSP. Coconut oil*
- 1 tablespoon honey
- A pinch of salt
Also: scales, bowl, frying pan, wooden spoon
Preparation
Weigh and mix the ingredients
Chop the hazelnuts into small pieces with a knife. Cut each nut in half about twice. This not only makes the nuts easier to eat, but also gives off a little more of their flavor when roasted.
Do the same with the cranberries. You need to cut them at least in half so that they are edible. Put the cranberries in a small bowl and put them to one side, we won't need them again until the very end.
Grab a bowl. Weigh out all the seeds, kernels, nuts and flakes in it. Stir them well with a wooden spoon to mix them together. Finally, fold in the cinnamon.
Coconut oil* Melt
Add 2 tablespoons Coconut oil* into the frying pan.
My hotplate has 9 levels, I select the 4th level. That fits perfectly.
As soon as the Coconut oil* begins to melt, add the honey.
Making crunchy muesli
Add the oatmeal and nut mix to the pan. Roast and fry the mixture for 5 minutes. You need to stir the mixture constantly so that it doesn't burn!
Taste after 5 minutes and see if the muesli is already crunchy. It will only be really crunchy later when it has cooled down.
Now turn the hob off completely and add the cranberries to the muesli. Roast them very briefly. Add the salt.
Take the pan off the heat and leave the mixture to cool, stirring occasionally to make sure nothing burns - the base of the pan is still very warm!
Fill granola
Only when the muesli is really cold, pour it into a jar with a screw cap. If you want to speed up the process, you can pour it straight from the pan onto a cold tray lined with baking paper.
The jar needs a good seal so that it is airtight. This is the only way to keep the DIY crunchy muesli crispy and delicious.
How can I prepare granola in the oven?
The same recipe, of course, succeeds in the oven. The procedure is very similar.
- Melt Coconut oil* and honey in a small saucepan.
- Add this mixture to the nuts and flakes. Mix until everything is evenly moist.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the granola on the tray.
- The muesli needs 10 minutes at 180° upper-lower heat.
- Attention: halfway through the cooking time, you will have to turn it over with a spatula or cooking spoon.
- When the granola is crunchy and dark enough, take it out of the oven. Let it cool and then pour it into a jar with a lid.
Muesli variations and recipe ideas
The recipe presented here is my absolute favorite, but as we all know, tastes differ. That's why I've written down a few more variations for you to try:
- Vegans replace honey with maple, acacia or rice syrup.
- You can replace dried fruit with apple potato chips - or fresh berries, but only add them just before eating
- Leave out oat flakes and use spelt or rye flakes
- Do you know cocoa nibs? They are made from the raw cocoa bean and are super chocolaty and crunchy.
- You can use pine nuts instead of sunflower seeds - they have a nuttier taste
- A tablespoon of peanut butter or almond cream goes really well with muesli. But here too, please only add it directly before eating
- You can use vanilla instead of cinnamon
I have a few really tasty combinations for you that you should try:
Fruity crunchy muesli:
- Oatmeal
- Honey or agave syrup
- Dried cranberries
- Dried apricot pieces
- Coconut flakes
Nut lover's crunchy muesli:
- Oatmeal
- Maple syrup
- Chopped walnuts
- Almond slivers
- A hint of vanilla extract
Chocolatey crunchy muesli:
- Oatmeal
- Honey
- Dark chocolate chips or chocolate chips
- Chopped peanuts
- A pinch of sea salt
Exotic crunchy muesli:
- Oatmeal
- Honey and coconut oil
- Dried mango pieces
- Dried pineapple pieces
- Grated lime zest
FAQ - the most frequently asked questions about crunchy muesli
Here I have collected all the questions that our readers have asked me. If you have one too, I'd be happy to add it 😊
What is the shelf life of homemade crunchy muesli?
It is important that you let the muesli cool down so that the remaining moisture can escape. Only then can you be sure that the homemade crunchy granola will keep for two weeks. If you don't use dried fruit, the granola will keep for three to four weeks.
Store it in a dry place and protect it from direct sunlight. The best place is a jar with a screw cap in the pantry.
The shelf life of your homemade crunchy muesli depends on what you put in it. However, you should not store it for longer than a month - nuts can go rancid.
What goes best with crunchy muesli?
The muesli tastes really delicious with fresh fruit. You can actually put in anything you want.
Depending on whether you are more the yogurt or milk type, you can choose between Greek yogurt, natural yogurt, milk or plant drink (almond milk, oat milk and Co). Tastes actually everything great :)
Or you can simply nibble the crunchy seeds on their own. As a snack.
Also By the way, oat milk is quite simple to make yourself. All you need is oatmeal, water and a food processor.
What kind of cereal for weight loss?
If you want to lose weight, you should never eat store-bought crunchy cereal. And you should avoid full-fat yogurt or full-fat milk. If you want to lose weight, you should make your own muesli. You can save calories if you eat classic muesli instead of crunchy muesli.
Homemade crunchy muesli also contains sugar in the form of honey and fat in the form of coconut oil. This is not a problem in between meals, but these two ingredients make it much higher in calories.
Mix chopped flaxseed* and Chia* Add seeds to your muesli if you want to lose weight. They stimulate digestion.
What is the difference between granola and crunchy granola?
Okay, both are crunchy and crunchy. And the main ingredient in both types of muesli is oatmeal. Basically, there is hardly any difference between Crispy muesli and Granola.
However, crunchy granola is usually prepared with sugar. Granola with the healthier alternative: honey or Agave syrup*.
At least that's the theory. But a look at the packaging shows that this is just wishful thinking. Because I find sugar in every granola and crunchy muesli.
So actually I find hardly any difference. Except that the granola contains more fruits and nuts.
Why is salt added to muesli?
Honey is quite sweet. Salt rounds off the taste of the muesli and enhances the natural flavors of the muesli ingredients. The difference is really huge. But be careful: always use sparingly!
And as promised, here is the short version of the recipe for all those who cook and bake regularly.
Make crunchy muesli yourself without sugar
Ingredients
- 150 g Oatmeal
- 50 g Soy flakes
- 50 g Sunflower seeds
- 50 g ground almonds
- 50 g chopped hazelnuts
- 1 TL Cinnamon
- 2 EL Coconut oil
- 1 EL Honey
- 1 EL Chopped cranberries
- 1 Pinch Salt
Equipment
- Pan
- Cooking spoon
- Scale
Anleitung
- Mix the oats, soy flakes, sunflower seeds, almonds and hazelnuts in a bowl. Stir in the cinnamon.150 g oatmeal, 50 g soy flakes, 50 g sunflower seeds, 50 g ground almonds, 50 g chopped hazelnuts, 1 tsp cinnamon
- Now heat the coconut oil with the honey in a pan. Caution, use only medium heat!2 tablespoons coconut oil, 1 tablespoon honey
- Pour the oatmeal-nut mix into the pan. Toast the kernels for 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Caution: They can burn quickly if you don't stir diligently.
- Turn the heat down and add the cranberries to your crunchy muesli. Roast them briefly. Add salt.1 tbsp chopped cranberries, 1 pinch salt
- Remove the pan from the heat. Let the mix rest and cool. Now it becomes really crunchy.
- After you've finished making your own crunchy granola and it's cold, pour it into a jar with a screw top. Make sure that it is always well closed. This way your granola stays crunchy. It will keep for 3-4 weeks with no problem. With us it survives only never so long :)
Nährwerte
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My conclusion
Making your own crunchy muesli always pays off. You can make a larger quantity and give it to your girls as a gift. But making your own granola is also worthwhile in terms of taste. It simply tastes so much better with so little effort. You can make 10 portions in 10 minutes. And just the way you like it!
Have fun making it and good luck!
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