Homemade Fruity Nutty Muesli

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Type of meal

Breakfast

Prep time

10 mins

Cook time

30-40 mins

Serves

6 portions

Ingredients

  • 600g oats (rolled)
  • 400g wheat or bran (rolled)
  • 80g flaked almonds
  • 30g pumpkin seeds
  • 30g sunflower seeds
  • 50g pecans
  • 200g mixed dried fruit (try cranberries, raisins and chopped apricots)

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C for fan oven).
  2. Add the rolled oats, wheat/bran, flaked almonds, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds into a large non-stick baking tray and mix well.
  3. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring half way through.
  4. Remove from heat and mix in the pecans and dried fruit.
  5. Allow to cool then serve with milk or topped with yogurt and fresh fruit.
  6. Store remaining mixture in air tight container.

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Nutritional benefits

This recipe is high in folate which is essential during the pre-conception period and the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Nuts and seeds are rich in protein, fibre, essential vitamins, minerals and healthy fats.

High in:

Fibre

Zinc

Vitamin E

Thiamin

Niacin

Vitamin B6

Folate

Low in:

Saturated fat

Tip!

This recipe is really easy to make and healthier than shop bought muesli. You can also mix and match different seeds and fruits to suit your preferences. Make up a large batch and store in an airtight container for easy breakfasts during the week.

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