Healthy homemade cereal

Step by Step

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F and line large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, add oats, 3 teaspoons of cinnamon, salt and mix well. Add vanilla extract and maple syrup, stir very well to coat oats in maple syrup.

Step 3

Transfer onto previously prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. All ovens vary, so watch not to burn and taste test as cinnamon adds dark color.

Step 4

Remove oats from the oven and transfer into a large bowl or large airtight container with a lid you plan to store cereal in. Add remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, hemp seeds, chia seeds, ground flaxseed and sugar; stir or shake to combine.

Step 5

Serve cold with milk of choice. Scoop from the bottom and stir as chia seeds and hemp seeds tend to settle.

Tips and Warnings

Store: Store in a cool dry place in an airtight container for a few months.
I prefer old fashioned or rolled oats because of their large size and nutrition.
You can use honey, just make sure to use liquid honey and stir well as it’s thicker than maple syrup.