Homemade Granola Without Nuts

Granola is so expensive in the store and with two kids with tree nut allergies it is always a concern finding granola without traces of tree nuts. This is a tasty and easy granola recipe. I have added honey or cinnamon to mine. The recipe is very flexible depending on your preference.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Serves: 16
• Yields: 16 1/4 cup servings

Ingredients

• 1  cup brown sugar
• 1⁄3 cup water
• 4  cups oatmeal (not instant or quick)

• Options

• 2  teaspoons honey
• 1 -2  tablespoon cinnamon

Directions

1. Place brown sugar and water in a large microwavable bowl and dissolve the sugar in the water for 2-3 minutes (I stir after each minute to check on the progress).
2. Add the oatmeal and mix until well coated. Add honey or cinnamon or any other ingrediens you desire. Mix well.
3. Line a couple cookie sheets with parchment paper. (Cookie sheets wih sides will make it easier to stir.) Place the oatmeal mixture in a thin layer onto sheets.
4. Bake at 275 for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
5. Let cool and place into air tight container. Will keep for about 2 weeks.