Description
A simple, wholesome toasted oat cereal recipe that’s lightly sweetened and perfect for breakfast or snacking. Crunchy, customizable, and easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or melted butter
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts, dried fruit, or seeds
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, salt, and any optional spices like cinnamon.
- 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil or butter with the honey or maple syrup. Stir in vanilla extract.
- 4. Pour the liquid mixture over the oats and mix until evenly coated.
- 5. Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and lightly toasted.
- 7. Let the cereal cool completely, it will continue to crisp as it cools.
- 8. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- 9. Add dried fruit or nuts after baking, if desired.
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
- Customize with your favorite add-ins like raisins, almonds, or chia seeds.
- Great with milk, yogurt, or eaten as a crunchy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: toasted oats, homemade cereal, breakfast, healthy snack