Light Running Endurance Fuel: Cinnamon Raisin Granola (Low Fat High Carb)

A lighter version of granola designed for runners who need high carbs with lower fat content. Perfect for sustained energy during long training runs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 1644 | Protein: 22g | Carbs: 300g | Fat: 45g | Fiber: 20g

Ingredients

• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• ¼ cup raw honey
• 3 TBSP melted grass fed butter
• 1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 TBSP ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
• ½ cup raisins plus any extra desired

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Over very low heat, blend butter, honey, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt until the mixture is smooth.
3. In a large bowl, thoroughly coat the dry oats with the blended mixture.
4. Flatten the mixture onto a cookie sheet and drizzle a bit of honey over the top.
5. Bake for 20 minutes.
6. Mix on the cookie sheet, stirring in raisins, and flatten into a thin layer.
7. Bake an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
8. Let fully cool.
9. Break apart and enjoy.

Recipe by Michael Baker on Get Up Earlier.