This granola is great as a breakfast ‘on the go’ or as a snack
It has the protein from the nuts, combined with the slow release carbohydrate from the oats helps to balance blood sugar levels, which is important when it comes to balancing hormones naturally for the perimenopause and menopause!
Nuts and seeds are also a good source of protein, vitamins, minerals, omega 3… just to name a few.
Delicious granola with walnuts, almonds, pecans, cranberries, raisins and oats
(add other nuts/seeds or fruit as you wish)
Makes around 8 slices (double up on ingredients and keep in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks in a cool place)
- 3 cups porridge oats
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup raisins
- ¼ cup pumpkin/sunflower seeds
- ½ cup of cranberries
- ½ cup of honey
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup halves pecans
How to make
Pre-heat oven to 350 °F (175 °C).
Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil spray.
Combine all ingredients. Place into the baking tray and press down.
Bake for around 30 minutes or until light brown. Cut into slices.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks in a cool place.
