Puffed rice granola is a great recipe to add to your breakfast routine.
It's nutritious, delicious, and easily customizable.
Enjoy it on top of your cereal, with yogurt or ice cream, or even by itself.
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Let's face it - mornings can be tough, and sometimes the last thing you want to do is make breakfast.
But what if I told you there was a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that you could make in advance and is filling to.
When it comes to breakfast options, puffed rice granola is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for something different, and healthy.
This recipe for puffed rice granola is a staple in our house.
It's crunchy, and a satisfying way to start your day. It's nutritious, easy to make, and of course customizable!
By making your own granola, you are in control of what goes in it.
Want it with less sugar, or maybe with more nuts, it's entirely up to you.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to making this delicious breakfast recipe.
Puffed rice granola is high in fiber, meaning it will help you feel full and satisfied throughout the morning.
Granola with puffed rice is a great breakfast option if you are after something different, healthy, or filling.
It's also great to give as a gift. Place in a glass jar and decorate with a ribbon or other decorations.
So why not give puffed rice granola a go and who knows, it may soon become one of your favorite breakfast staples!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Make delicious and easy granola in your home in no time.
- Great to make in advance and enjoy throughout the week.
- Add some extra crunch, texture, and flavor to your breakfast.
- Enjoy this puffed rice granola on it's own or on top of yogurt, smoothie bowls, and more!
Cost To Make
Estimated cost = $1.75 or $0.29 a serve
Ingredients
Please note that below is a guide for some of the ingredients we used in the recipe. The printable recipe further down the page has the complete list of ingredients, including quantities and step-by-step instructions.
- Honey or maple syrup
- Neutral flavored oil, e.g. vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Pepitas seeds
- Sunflower seeds
- Old fashioned oats (rolled oats)
- Puffed rice: You could use rice Krispies (rice bubbles) for this recipe.
Instructions
This recipe for puffed rice granola serves 4 to 6 (it makes about 2 ⅓ cups, 215 grams, 7.58 ounces of granola). The ingredient quantities can easily be adjusted to suit how many serves you may need to make.
Step One: Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
Step Two: In a medium sized mixing bowl, mix the honey (or maple syrup), oil, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
Step Three: Add the pepita seeds, sunflower seeds, oats, and puffed rice.. Mix until combined.
Step Four: Spread mixture onto prepared baking tray and bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and toasted. Halfway through baking, carefully stir the granola.
Step Five: Once baked, remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
Tips for Success
- Use quality ingredients: The flavor and quality of your granola will largely depend on the quality of the ingredients you use. Use fresh, high-quality nuts, seeds, and dried fruits for best results.
- Spread the mixture evenly: Spread the granola mixture evenly on the baking sheet to ensure even baking and avoid burnt or undercooked spots.
- Stir occasionally: Stir the granola mixture every 10-15 minutes during baking to ensure even cooking and prevent it from sticking together.
- Allow to cool completely before storing: Allow the granola to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container to prevent condensation and ensure the granola stays crispy.
- Mix the wet ingredients thoroughly: When mixing the honey or maple syrup, oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, make sure to mix thoroughly to ensure even coating of the dry ingredients.
Substitutions / Variations
Here are some delicious variations on this puffed rice granola recipe:
- Tropical granola: Add some shredded coconut, dried pineapple, and macadamia nuts before baking.
- Chocolate granola: Add some cocoa powder to the dry ingredients before mixing with the wet ingredients. You could also add some chocolate chips after the mixture has cooled.
- Berry granola: Add some dried blueberries, dried cranberries, and some chopped walnuts before baking.
Serving Suggestions
Granola with puffed rice is great on it's own but it's nice to enjoy it with other foods, such as:
- Smoothie bowl
- Yogurt bowl
- Over a bowl of cereal
- With fruit salad
- Make this granola into cereal bars or energy bars by mixing it with some nut butter, shaping into bars, and refrigerating until firm.
- On top of some ice cream.
Storage
Store this puffed rice granola in an air tight container. Make sure you store it in a cool, dry place and do not refrigerate it. If you do, you may find your granola goes soggy and loses its crunchiness.
FAQ
One of the most common reasons is that the granola is not baked for long enough. To get that perfect crunch, you'll need to bake the granola until it's golden brown and dry to the touch.
Another reason could be that you're using too much liquid or sweetener in your recipe. These ingredients can make the granola too sticky and prevent it from becoming crispy. To avoid this, try reducing the amount of liquid or sweetener in your recipe and spreading the mixture out evenly on the baking sheet.
Lastly, make sure to let the granola cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. If it's still warm or moist, it will become soft and lose its crunchiness.
One of the best ways to ensure that your granola bars stay together is to use a binding agent such as honey, maple syrup, or nut butter.
These ingredients not only add flavor but also help to hold the bars together. Another tip is to press the granola mixture firmly into the pan before baking.
Made this recipe? Let us know how it went in the comments below! We'd love to hear how it turned out.
Recipe
Puffed Rice Granola
Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoons (30 grams, 1.06 ounces) honey or maple syrup
- 25 grams (0.88 ounces) neutral flavored oil e.g. vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon or to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg or to taste
- Pinch of salt to taste
- ¼ cup (40 grams, 1.41 ounces) pepitas seeds
- ¼ cup (35 grams, 1.23 ounces) sunflower seeds
- ¾ cup (75 grams, 2.65 ounces) old fashioned oats (rolled oats)
- 50 grams (1.76 ounces) puffed rice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a large baking tray with baking paper.
- In a medium sized mixing bowl, mix the honey (or maple syrup), oil, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.
- Add the pepita seeds, sunflower seeds, oats, and puffed rice. Mix until combined.
- Spread mixture onto prepared baking tray and bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden and toasted. Halfway through baking, carefully stir the granola.
- Once baked, remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
Notes
- Smoothie bowl
- Yogurt bowl
- Over a bowl of cereal
- With fruit salad
- Make this granola into cereal bars or energy bars by mixing it with some nut butter, shaping into bars, and refrigerating until firm.
- On top of some ice cream.
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