It's back to school season! While I am sad to see summer go, I do love getting my family back into a regular routine. However, school mornings can easily become hectic. It seems like there are a million little things to do: from waking up sleepy kids, to getting dressed, to making breakfast, to double checking backpacks, to getting my kids to school before the first bell - all that and more within a one-hour window! If someone hasn't told you recently: mommas, you're amazing!
After hair has been combed, sneakers have put on the right feet, dishes put away and kids dropped off on time - I like to take a few minutes to myself before I begin my work day. Every morning includes a mocha and a hearty breakfast. While I love a good egg & avocado toast, I have recently become obsessed with granola. My aunt shared this homemade granola recipe with me, and I now make it once a week. It's amazing with fruit parfaits but lately I love it with a splash of milk and fresh fruit.
INGREDIENTS:
2 cups of old fashioned oats
1/3 cup of honey
1/3 cup of coconut oil
1/4 cup sliced almonds - *optional but highly encouraged!
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of salt
INSTRUCTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or nonstick spray.
Combine all of the ingredients in a bowl. Mix until evenly combined.
Spread out evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
Mix and rotate granola and then return to the oven for another 8-10 minutes or until golden brown.
Once cooked, remove from oven and allow to cool.
Store leftovers in an air-tight container and enjoy!
If you try this recipe, let us know on social media! My favorite way to eat this is with whole milk, fresh blueberries, fresh chopped cherries and a dash of cinnamon on top - delicious! I hope your family has a wonderful, blessed school year!
