Best 5 Grape Nuts Homemade Breakfast Cereal Recipes

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Grape Nuts is a popular breakfast cereal that has been around for over a century. It's made from whole grain wheat and barley, and it's a good source of fiber, protein, and iron. You can buy Grape Nuts in the store, but it's also easy to make at home. Homemade Grape Nuts is a great way to save money and control the ingredients in your cereal. Plus, it's a fun and rewarding project to do with kids. In this article, we'll share a recipe for homemade Grape Nuts breakfast cereal. We'll also provide some tips for making and storing Grape Nuts, as well as some ideas for how to serve it. So whether you're a Grape Nuts enthusiast or you're just looking for a new and healthy breakfast option, read on for everything you need to know about making homemade Grape Nuts cereal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRAPE-NUTS CEREAL - HOMEMADE!



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Wanna make your own cereal? Here's a great recipe for homemade grapenuts! You may half this recipe easily.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h55m

Yield 20 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 cups whole wheat flour
3 cups packed brown sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups buttermilk
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Grease 6 13x9x2" pans.
  • Combine flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt.
  • Add buttermilk, butter, vanilla and maple flavoring, if desired.
  • Spread into baking pans.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Cool; break up and process in processor until pieces are small.
  • Reduce oven to 250°.
  • Return cereal to pans and bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes, or until light brown and crisp.
  • Store in airtight containers.

GRAPE NUTS (HOMEMADE BREAKFAST CEREAL)



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Make and share this Grape Nuts (homemade breakfast cereal) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by UnknownChef86

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 1/2 pounds

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups graham flour or 3 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup wheat germ (or omit wheat germ and use 1/2 cup additional flour)
1 cup brown sugar or 3/4 cup corn syrup
2 cups low-fat buttermilk or 2 cups sour milk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine all ingredients in large mixing bowl.
  • Beat until smooth.
  • Spread the dough on 2 large greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  • While still warm, break the dough into chunks and grate it or whirl briefly in blender, about one cup at a time.
  • Return to 250 F oven to crisp for 20-30 minutes.
  • Store in airtight container.
  • Serve for breakfast with milk.

HOMEMADE GRAPE NUTS



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I began making this recipe to save cereal costs for our family of six. Everyone loves the hearty flavor that just can't be found in packaged cereals.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h55m

Yield 5 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

7 cups whole wheat flour
3 cups packed brown sugar
2-1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 cups buttermilk
6 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon maple flavoring, optional
Milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in the buttermilk, butter, vanilla and maple flavoring if desired, until combined. Spread into six greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes. Cool on wire racks. Reduce heat to 250°. Break mixture into pieces. Cover and process in batches in a food processor until small pieces are formed; return to baking pans. Bake for 1 hour or until light brown and crisp, stirring every 15 minutes. Store in airtight containers. Serve as a cereal with milk.

Nutrition Facts :

HOMEMADE GRAPE NUTS®



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If you enjoy Grape Nuts® cereal, try making your own with this easy recipe. This cereal has a great crunch texture and is a bit sweeter than the commercial Grape Nuts® cereal. Why make your own? Because it's addictive and much less expensive!

Provided by DGatJubilee

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ½ cups whole wheat flour
1 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups buttermilk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Combine flour, brown sugar, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon in a large bowl. Stir in buttermilk and vanilla extract; mix well. Pour mixture into prepared baking sheet and spread evenly with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned and firm, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool patty in the baking sheet for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Break cooked patty into chunks and put through a meat grinder, using a coarse blade. Divide crumbs over two baking sheets.
  • Bake in the oven until dry, stirring every 10 minutes, about 30 minutes. Allow crumbs to cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.2 calories, Carbohydrate 45.6 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 348.5 mg, Sugar 20 g

GRAPE-NUTS BREAD



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Debbie Hunt of Anthony, Kansas likes to add tasty Grape-Nuts cereal to this hearty loaf. "This moist bread is so easy that I make it at least twice a week," she says. "Once, I put it together in the middle of the night when I suddenly remembered that I didn't have any bread for breakfast."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 3h10m

Yield 1 loaf (2 pounds, 16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-2/3 cups water (70° to 80°)
3 tablespoons canola oil
4-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3-3/4 cups bread flour
3/4 cup Grape-Nuts cereal
1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast

Steps:

  • In bread machine pan, place all ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select basic bread setting. Choose crust color and loaf size if available., Bake according to bread machine directions (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 181mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh fruits, nuts, and milk will give your Grape-Nuts cereal the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless ways to customize your Grape-Nuts cereal. Try adding different fruits, nuts, seeds, or spices to find your favorite combination.
  • Make a big batch: Grape-Nuts cereal is a great make-ahead breakfast. You can make a big batch on the weekend and enjoy it all week long.
  • Store Grape-Nuts cereal properly: Store Grape-Nuts cereal in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. It will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Grape-Nuts cereal is a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and it can help you feel full and satisfied all morning long. Whether you like it simple or dressed up with fruits, nuts, and spices, Grape-Nuts cereal is a great way to start your day.

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