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Do you have as much cereal in your pantry as I do?
Mornings are hectic.
Mine goes a bit like this: 10 year old gets out of bed, no problem – he is my early bird. 8 year old has a lot to say in the morning, most of which is not good news. Cue the puppy (yes, we recently got a new puppy!) I let him wake her up. Works like a charm every time.
I head downstairs to pack lunches and attempt to get kids off to school, while trying to get myself ready for the day. Oh, and feed the dog, clean the kitchen, start the laundry, pick up the dirty socks laying EVERYWHERE… all the wonderful things mothers try to shove into 30 minutes 😉
Why is breakfast important?
Studies show that those who skip breakfast have a hard time making up nutrients throughout the day.
Studies also suggest that eating breakfast can offer benefits that range from improved concentration to a reduced risk of obesity and diabetes.
Despite the benefits breakfast provides, this meal isn’t a part of the daily routine for many children – it is skipped more than any other meal.
My kiddos prefer cereal. The problem is they never finish the whole box – they leave the bottom of the bag behind. I have a lot of nearly empty cereal boxes taking up valuable space, but I don’t want to waste and throw away perfectly good food.
Don’t let the bottom of the bag go to waste
I am happy to show you a way to use up those boxes of almost empty cereal and turn it into a delicious breakfast or snack idea. Save money, clear your shelves, and repurpose your cereal!
Grab the Rice Krispies, Shredded Wheat, and oatmeal from your panty. Make sure to use the bottom of the bag cereal first.
Cereal granola is sweetened with maple syrup and unsweetened applesauce.
Next, are add-in choices. The options for add-ins are endless. Dried fruit, coconut, chopped nuts, flax seeds, chia seeds, the list can go on and on. I chose to add ground flax seed and chia seeds because they blend in easily and don’t add much flavor – but do add a boost of nutrition.
Stir the cereal granola, spread it on a parchment lined baking sheet, or use non- stick cooking spray. The parchment paper helps with sticking and makes for easy cleanup.
Bake for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Stirring helps distribute the maple syrup evenly and helps with even baking.
Serve cereal granola with yogurt and fresh or dried fruit, eat the granola plain, or top it with milk. The perfect way to repurpose your cereal, avoiding waste along the way.
If you enjoyed the recipe make sure to leave a comment and a star rating below! Then follow me on social media and tag #createkidsclub if you make the recipe. I love seeing what you come up with!
This granola is sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce is baked in just 15 minutes, and can be served on top of yogurt, with milk, or eaten plain. A great way to repurpose your cereal!
Ingredients
1 cup Rice Krispies
1 cup Shredded Wheat
1 cup quick cook oats
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 Tbsp. unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp. vanilla
Optional:
1 Tbsp. ground flax seed
1 Tbsp. chia seeds
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Place parchment paper on 9×13 in baking pan, set aside.
In a medium-size bowl, combine cereals, and optional ingredients if using.
In a small bowl, combine maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla.
Pour liquid into cereal mixture, mix well.
Pour mixture onto parchment paper.
Bake 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.
Let cool, then store in airtight container.
12110.2 g17.7 mg0.3 g27.3 g2.1 g2.4 g
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This is such a smart way to use up those little bits of cereal that get left at the bottom of the bag. I probably have about 5 boxes on top of the fridge right now like that, lol.
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Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
April 24, 2017 at 12:37 pmGreat idea for all of that left over cereal!
Create Kids Club says
April 24, 2017 at 6:16 pmThanks Deborah!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
April 24, 2017 at 1:09 pmI loooove cereal and so does my husband! We always have a handful of boxes on hand. This is such a great recipe idea!
Create Kids Club says
April 24, 2017 at 6:16 pmThanks Liz! I hope you enjoy!
Abbey Sharp says
April 24, 2017 at 2:43 pmI always have so much cereal hanging out in my pantry, so this is a great way to make good use of it. Thanks for sharing!
Create Kids Club says
April 24, 2017 at 6:17 pmYour welcome, Abbey!
laurhp says
April 24, 2017 at 4:23 pmFrom one breakfast fan to another, great idea! My kids fight for the bottom of the cereal bag 🙂
Create Kids Club says
April 24, 2017 at 6:21 pmThanks, Lauren! I wish mine would fight over the bottom of the bag! 🙂
Jessica Fishman Levinson says
April 24, 2017 at 7:27 pmThis is genius Jodi! Perfect way to put those cereal ends to good use!
Create Kids Club says
April 25, 2017 at 8:18 amThanks so much, Jessica! I had to find a way to get over my irritation at all those boxes in my pantry that no one would eat! 🙂
SuzLyfe says
April 25, 2017 at 5:14 amI love this idea! My husband and I are cereal FIENDS but this takes it to a new level!
Create Kids Club says
April 25, 2017 at 8:19 amThanks! I love the feeling of clearing out that pantry!
Emily @SinfulNutrition says
April 25, 2017 at 6:25 amLove your creativity! Much better than the pour them all in a bowl and call it breakfast I used to do. 🙂
Create Kids Club says
April 25, 2017 at 8:20 amThanks Emily! I don’t think I am adventurous enough to dump them all in a bowl togehter!
Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says
April 25, 2017 at 7:26 amThis is such a smart way to use up those little bits of cereal that get left at the bottom of the bag. I probably have about 5 boxes on top of the fridge right now like that, lol.
Create Kids Club says
April 25, 2017 at 8:21 amEven after just making this, I have enough to do it all over again. We eat a lot of cereal!
Carmy says
April 25, 2017 at 12:20 pmLove this combo! I never thought to throw in some cereal!
Create Kids Club says
April 25, 2017 at 3:34 pmIt works like a charm! 🙂
chocolaterunnergirl says
April 25, 2017 at 2:35 pmI love me a good breakfast! And cereal is so easy to eat!
Thanks for a great recipe 🙂
Create Kids Club says
April 25, 2017 at 3:35 pmQuick and easy is my kinda breakfast! 🙂
chocolaterunnergirl says
April 25, 2017 at 6:10 pmDitto that!!!
jillconyers says
April 26, 2017 at 2:21 amLove love how easy this is. And yummy too since you can make it specific to your favorites.
Create Kids Club says
April 27, 2017 at 8:38 amThanks Jill! It is so versatile and yummy too! 🙂
Lindsay @ The Lean Green Bean says
April 28, 2017 at 12:57 pmthis is so creative! love it!
Create Kids Club says
May 1, 2017 at 9:20 amThanks so much, Lindsay! 🙂
Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says
May 1, 2017 at 10:02 pmSuch a great way to use all those odds and ends leftover in the cereal boxes. This looks SO good!
Aggie says
May 7, 2017 at 4:55 pmI love this so much. What a great idea!
Create Kids Club says
May 9, 2017 at 10:22 amThanks Aggie!!
Beth says
August 8, 2018 at 7:39 amI loved finding a way to use all those nearly empty cereal boxes! Delicious!
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