Homemade Healthy Toasted Muesli Cereal

You may have heard that muesli is an excellent healthful breakfast, however do you know what it is and whether it’s really good for you? When it was initially created, muesli was typically a dry cereal produced using toasted whole oats, nuts, fruit and wheat flakes. Now, you may find many versions, consisting of gluten-free muesli, fresh muesli (soaked overnight in water or fruit juice to soften), toasted or untoasted muesli.

Many people are shocked to discover that their "healthy" go-to breakfast is actually loaded with additional sugar, unnecessary calories, carbs & fat – and rightly so while the packaging and slogans scream promises of greater health. Lots of these packaged varieties are high in sugar and vegetable oil which makes them unsuitable for a weight loss diet.

Eating a healthy breakfast is important to give you the best feasible start in to a busy day. In case you need to lose your weight & economize simultaneously, muesli makes the ideal breakfast food. It is simple to make your own at home, allowing you to skip undesirable additives often present in pre-packaged muesli. Moreover, you can vary the ingredients as much as wished to fit your own preferences.

The only healthy muesli is homemade muesli! This toasted muesli cereal recipe reduces the sugar and fat and incorporates a delightful medley of seeds, dried fruit, and nuts. It requires bran flakes, but you can substitute your favorite low-fat breakfast cereal in the event you prefer.

Homemade Muesli A Healthy Breakfast Option

Ingredients

½ cup honey or agave nectar
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tbs olive oil
8 cups rolled oats
½ cup flaked almonds
¼ cup sunflower or pumpkin seeds(or both)
1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup sultanas
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup diced dried apple
1 cup wheat germ
2 cups bran flakes

Directions

Preheat oven to 280 degrees Fahrenheit. For easy cleanup, line a large, rimmed baking sheet/deep oven tray with parchment paper and set it aside until later.
Mix the honey, brown sugar, and olive oil in a saucepan and put it over a moderate heat on the stove. Stir this until the honey softens and the brown sugar is dissolved and a pouring consistency is achieved and allow it to cool slightly
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, coconut and dried fruit and toss them together until they are thoroughly mixed. Pour the honey mixture over the dry ingredients and mix through well until honey coats the oats and nuts.
When it has been combined, spread the muesli /sweetened oats mixture across the baking tray evenly and place it into the oven and toast the muesli for around 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Keep a close eye on them, as they burn easily, and stir them frequently. When it is golden, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool.
Meanwhile in a mixing bowl combine the wheat germ and the bran flakes, adding the oat mix once it has fully cooled, crumble it into the flakes. Gently toss to evenly distribute and allow it to cool to room temperature. Muesli keeps, stored in an airtight container, provided the container is airtight and is shut promptly after use, the toasted muesli will keep well for at least 2 weeks after making it.

Serving suggestions

Serve it with milk of choice like skim milk or almond milk or low-fat plain yogurt
You can slice fresh bananas and strawberries or fruits of choice. Substituting dried pineapple and banana chips make a tropical version of the recipe.
You can also use berries or dried fruit medley over the top as a delicious garnish.
Any combination of nuts or seeds will work in this muesli, use pistachios, walnuts or cashews instead.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ready In: 45 minutes

Servings: 8

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 30.5g
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 121
Calories from Fat: 41
% Daily Value*
Total Fat: 4.5g 7%
Saturated Fat: 1.0g 5%
Trans Fat: 0.0g
Cholesterol
0mg: 0%
Sodium: 3mg 0%
Potassium: 109mg 3%
Total Carbohydrates :18.2g 6%
Dietary Fiber: 3.1 12%
Sugars: 5.3g
Protein: 3.4g
Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 2%
Iron 7%

By: Natural Fitness Tips