How to Make Your Granola Better
This article originally appeared on Spoon U and was written by Jamie Rhee. It has been given minor edits before re-posting.
Granola goes so well with yogurt that without it there feels like something’s missing. The crunchy, healthi-fied version of cereal is truly the savior to making every food taste better. But it doesn’t always have to be used in a yogurt parfait or alongside milk. If you’re a true fan of this beautiful crunchiness, read on to discover creative granola hacks to give your morning a twist.
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Photo: Courtesy of Megan McNitt1/81. Add it to your oatmeal
You can boost your breakfast energy by adding granola to your oatmeal. No longer does your oatmeal always have to be the boring brown sugar-and-banana topped breakfast, but now a crunchy and satisfying one.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram/sofiavonporat2/82. Recreate your favorite snack by making granola bars
Granola bars are a great alternative for your sweet tooth cravings. As tasty as gummy bears, nutella, and chips are, this banana peanut butter granola bar and peanut butter chocolate chip combination will have your day going in no time.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram/myblueteacup3/83. Make banana granola bowls
You’ve definitely heard of hashbrown cups. So why not make granola cups? This amazing creation can either work as a quick grab-and-go breakfast with yogurt and berries or a nice little dessert (perhaps with nutella, our savior?).
Photo: Courtesy of Jayna Goldstein4/84. Spice up morning pancakes
Don’t you get tired of the same pancake, butter, and maple syrup combo? If you’re feeling creative, dare to follow this recipe, and add some granola, strawberry, and banana to your pancakes.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram/yvonne_deliciously_vegan5/85. Whip up a greek yogurt parfait popsicle
On a hot summer day, a greek yogurt parfait doesn’t have to be the only choice. FREEZE ‘EM UP. With these greek yogurt parfait popsicles, you can have your daily dose of ice cream without having to feel bad about all the sugar and calories.
Photo: Courtesy of Instagram/thewholefooddiary6/86. DIY Granola
Although you can find a million different types of granola at every single market, you don’t have to spend your money buying them. Instead, you can spend your money on MAKING them, adjusting the flavor as you like, and maybe making it a bit healthier. But if your sweet tooth is out of control today, try out this nutella banana granola recipe.
Photo: Courtesy of Isabel Wang7/87. Did someone say vegan granola?
Even if you’re vegan, don’t sweat about having granola. This vegan gingerbread granola will have you eating the entire serving in no time.
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