Ingredient
Granola
What is Granola?
Granola is a breakfast and snack food consisting of rolled oats, nuts, honey or other sweeteners such as brown sugar, and sometimes puffed rice, that is usually baked until crisp, toasted, and golden brown. During the baking process, the mixture is stirred to maintain a loose breakfast cereal consistency.
Granola is enjoyed for its convenience and nutritional value, often providing a good source of fiber and protein. It is used as a snack, topping, or ingredient in other dishes like yogurt and desserts.
When you see granola on a label, it often indicates the product is aiming to offer a healthier or more organic image, but the added sugars and oils mean that calorie content can be high.
Commonly found in: breakfast cereals, snack bars, yogurt toppings, trail mixes, baked goods
What to watch
- Granola may be high in added sugars, which can contribute to excessive calorie intake.
Benefits
- Granola is a source of fiber, which can aid digestion.
The FDA does not specifically regulate granola but oversees its ingredients and labeling to ensure nutritional accuracy and safety.
Studies show granola can be a healthy addition to the diet but caution against high sugar varieties.
Granola can be vegan but sometimes contains honey, making it non-vegan.
Scout's take
A baked blend typically made from oats, sweeteners, and fats that provides sustained carbohydrates.
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