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Maple Orange Granola Mix – Fruit and Yogurt Topping

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Are you looking for new ways to start your new year refreshed? I know the new year marks the time when many of us, myself included, make resolutions to improve our eating and snacking habits. So today, I’m sharing a tasty Maple Orange Granola Mix and how to save on fresh cut fruit to help you kick-off your new year on the right foot!Maple orange granola mix recipe. A hint of orange with oats, nuts, and dried cranberries.

I don’t know about you, but for me, the main struggle to better snacking habits has always been the convenience of the snack. In the past, grabbing a bag of chips or tossing back a few cookies seemed like the obvious snack choice. I know, I deserve a spanking on my snack habits and have room for improvement – the ongoing struggle is real!

Albertsons fresh cut fruit

minute maid orange juice shelf

Thankfully, my local Albertsons has come to my rescue. They recently remodeled and moved their fresh cut fruit bowls to the front entrance of the store; talk about convenient! In addition, I’ve been seeing “Start Your Year Refreshed” signs throughout the store that offer a $4 off my Fresh Cut Fruit via Catalina when I buy $15 worth of participating Coca-Cola products: Minute Maid Orange Juice, Simply Orange Juice, POWERADE, vitaminwater, and smartwater.

powerade shelf

Minute Maid Orange Juice & fruits

And with my kids heading back to school from winter vacation, I totally took advantage of this offer to replenish my pantry. I stocked up on Minute Maid Orange Juice for the kids, POWERADE for the hubby, and vitaminwater for myself. Then, on my next trip, I used the savings coupon to pick up some fresh fruit bowls and whipped up my Maple Orange Granola Mix recipe to top them off – yummy!

Maple Orange Granola Mix

Maple orange granola mix

This tasty granola mix has lots of oats, nuts, and dried cranberries with just a hint of orange flavor. It makes a great snack and is the perfect complement to top fresh fruits or yogurt.

maple orange granola

First, coat oatmeal, oat & almond cereal, and bran cereal with a warmed orange juice mixture. Next, spread this mix onto a large baking sheet that is sprayed with a nonstick cooking spray and bake for 15 minutes at 325°F.

Tip – It’s tempting to add in the nuts now, but adding them to the mix later will prevent them from burning and becoming bitter.

nuts

After 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven, mix in the nuts, and return the mix to the oven to finish baking.

When the oatmeal mixture is nice and crisp, remove it from the oven and mix in the dried cranberries. Now, let the mix cool before storing it in the refrigerator.

Maple orange granola with Minute Maid Orange Juice

Then, when you’re ready for some fresh fruit, top it off with yogurt, Maple Orange Granola, and a glass of Minute Maid Orange Juice to help bring out the granola’s orange flavor. It’s delicious and definitely helps me stay on track with better snacking!

Maple Orange Granola Mix

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Maple Orange Granola Mix
Serves 12-15
Prep time 15 minutes
Cook time 30 minutes
Total time 45 minutes
Meal type Breakfast, Snack
Misc Child Friendly, Pre-preparable
Maple Orange & Nuts Granola Mix

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups rolled oatmeal (do not sub with quick cook)
  • 2 cups oat & almond cereal (choose your favorite brand)
  • 1/3 cup crunchy bran cereal
  • 1/3 cup Minute Maid Orange Juice
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup (substitute with honey)
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/3 cup pecans
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Optional

  • 2 teaspoons orange extract

Note

  • Swap out nuts to your liking.
  • Honey can be substituted for maple syrup, but may produce oat clumps.

Directions

Step 1
Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside. In a large bowl, mix together oatmeal, oat cereal, and bran cereal. In a small sauce pan on low heat, stir together orange juice, maple syrup, oil, and cinnamon just until heated through, but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in the orange extract. Pour over the oat & cereal mixture. Toss and mix until evenly coated.
Step 2
Spread mixture on prepared baking sheet. Bake in a 325°F oven for 10 - 15 minutes. Remove from oven and mix in pecans and almonds. Return to oven and bake another 10 - 15 minutes or until crispy. Total bake time between 20 - 30 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet.
Step 3
Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
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I hope you try this Maple Orange Granola Mix recipe and encourage you to take advantage of the Coca-Cola product and Albertsons Fresh Cut Fruit savings! It’s a great way to save on fresh fruit and to help start your new year refreshed!

Tell me, how will you be starting the new year refreshed?

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  1. Megan says

    January 12, 2017 at 6:39 PM

    Mmmm, sounds delicious! I haven’t made my own granola mix yet, might need to try this one!
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    • Erlene at My Pinterventures says

      January 12, 2017 at 8:00 PM

      I love making my own granola because I can add my own favorite ingredients and customize it to my family likes.
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  2. Cristi Comes says

    January 4, 2017 at 5:19 PM

    Fresh fruit, granola and juice sounds like the perfect breakfast to me! I’ve never tried to make my own granola. Thanks for sharing your tips. {client}

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    • Erlene at My Pinterventures says

      January 12, 2017 at 7:59 PM

      It’s a great breakfast and snack too.
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