{"id":58032,"date":"2015-10-02T04:00:36","date_gmt":"2015-10-02T02:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/buchweizen-granola\/"},"modified":"2022-08-19T14:51:26","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T12:51:26","slug":"buckwheat-granola","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/buckwheat-granola\/","title":{"rendered":"Carob Buckwheat Granola"},"content":{"rendered":"

The first thing you should know about buckwheat is that it\u2019s gluten free. The second thing you should know about it is that roasted buckwheat is called \u201ckasha\u201d. Of course it\u2019s not necessary to roast buckwheat, but doing so brings out its wonderful nutty flavor.<\/p>\n

Buckwheat in any form is terrific when it\u2019s transformed into a delicious breakfast by soaking it overnight or cooked it up like porridge. But don\u2019t limit yourself to breakfast; buckwheat\u2019s tasty groats are super versatile and can be used in the place of rice for risotto, served in salads, or in this case, for making granola!<\/p>\n

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Did you know that this buckwheat granola actually uses a pseudo-grain?<\/h2>\n

Despite its name, buckwheat is really a seed (or groat) of a flowering plant \u2013 and is related to rhubarb. Who knew? Yes, it\u2019s a seed just like amaranth, millet and quinoa \u2013 making it another fantastic option for anyone following a gluten-free diet.<\/p>\n

There is still 4-grain oatmeal in this mix, but it can be replaced with gluten-free if necessary. The best part about adding buckwheat to granola is the texture. It adds a nice crunch. And it\u2019s particularly tasty together with coconut flakes, naturally sweet carob and \u201cnature’s chocolate chips\u201d — cocoa nibs. It\u2019s like eating a treat for breakfast.\"Buchweizengr\u00fctze,<\/a><\/p>\n

If you are looking for a caffeine free chocolate replacement, then carob is the way to go. It is similar to cocoa powder but is richer in calcium and fiber and has a unique, sweet flavor. Bonus is, it can also be substituted 1:1 for cocoa in recipes.<\/p>\n

But since I love crunchy raw cacao nibs in my buckwheat granola, this granola still contains a little bit of stimulating power thanks to theobromine<\/a>, which offers the positive effects as caffeine, but is about 10 times weaker. But with just a few tablespoons, you can hardly expect to get the jitters. What you can expect from raw cacao nibs is for them to deliver a chocolaty flavor without the sweetness (similar to dark chocolate) and a load of antioxidants. You might just fall in love with these tasty snacks — they are sugar-free and extremely good for you, are energizing and natural mood- boosting AND are awesome added to granola, trail mix, smoothies, and your favorite dessert.<\/p>\n

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