Homemade Cereal Mix

Homemade Cereal Mix is a customizable blend of dry ingredients like rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, often toasted with a touch of honey or oil for flavor. It's a popular breakfast or snack item in many Western countries, particularly the United States and Europe, where it's known by names like granola or muesli.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This mix is typically high in complex carbohydrates from oats and natural sugars from dried fruit, with a moderate amount of healthy fats and protein from nuts and seeds. A standard serving (about 1/2 cup) provides a good source of fiber, iron, and B vitamins, with a calorie range of 200-300 depending on the specific ingredients.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	480 kcal
Protein	14 g
Carbs	72 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	16 g
Sodium	300 mg
Iron	10 mg
Magnesium	120 mg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Zinc	4 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.8 mg
Folate	200 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Copper	0.5 mg

Per 1 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes homemade cereal mix unique is its complete adaptability—people often create personal recipes based on dietary needs, taste preferences, or seasonal ingredients. Nutritionally, it stands out as a whole-food alternative to processed cereals, allowing control over sugar and additive content while delivering sustained energy from its balanced macronutrients.