Budget Friendly Homemade Cereal

Start your morning right with this Budget Friendly Homemade Cereal, a simple, nutritious, and cost-effective alternative to store-bought options. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this recipe is perfect for anyone looking to save money without compromising on flavor or health. Infused with vanilla and optional add-ins like cinnamon or flaxseeds, this crunchy, oven-baked cereal is as customizable as it is satisfying. Quick to prepare and great for meal prepping, it pairs beautifully with milk, yogurt, or fresh fruit for a breakfast that’s both hearty and affordable. Make this easy homemade cereal recipe and enjoy a delicious start to your day, packed with natural goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 cups Oil (e.g., sunflower or vegetable oil)
• 0.25 cups Honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Flaxseeds or chia seeds (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Cinnamon (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, salt, flaxseeds or chia seeds (if using), and cinnamon (if using). Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, combine the oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and water. Heat gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing down lightly to form a uniform layer.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even browning. Keep an eye on it during the last few minutes to prevent burning.

Step 7

Once golden brown and crisp, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cereal to cool completely on the tray. It will crisp up further as it cools.

Step 8

Break the cereal into small clusters or leave it loose, depending on your preference. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Step 9

Serve with your favorite milk or yogurt, and top with fresh fruit, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(522.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2014.1

Total Fat 83.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1202.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.7g	0%
Total Sugars 67.5g
Protein 52.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223.2mg	0%
Iron 15.2mg	0%
Potassium 1467.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.2%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 53.7%