Healthy Snacks: Granola

By: Mackenzie Schieck

Perfect to nibble on in the morning or as a portable snack when you’re out and about, granola really goes a long way.

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Storing Granola

Granola can be stored in an airtight container, in a cool, dry spot for six months (sometimes longer). You can also freeze granola and granola bars just as you would cookies or other treats--wrapped tightly in plastic wrap and/or in resealable freezer bag.

Good to know: If recipe calls for nuts, be sure they are fresh--the high concentration of fat in nuts can cause them to go rancid. (Nuts will stay fresh several weeks at room temperature, up to four months in the fridge, and eight months in the freezer.)

Granola All the Ways!

With so many ingredient possibilities, it should be easy to come up with a concoction that will suit the kids' taste buds. And with so many ways to serve it, granola can make several appearances yet never get boring: cereal-style with milk, mixed with yogurt and fresh fruit, or even in bar form. Try one of the top-rated recipes below for traditional granola (then check out the granola bars a little further down):