Oats or granola?
Granola is born from oats — but reaches the jar with sugar and oil added. The “healthy” breakfast is sometimes dessert in disguise.
Side by side (per 100 g)
| per 100 g | rolled oats | granola | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 389 | 489 | |
| Protein | 17g | 13.7g | |
| Carbs | 66g | 53.9g | |
| Fiber | 9.1g | 8.9g | |
| Sugar | — | 19.8g | |
| Fat | 7g | 24.3g |
source: TACO/USDA · USDA
Who wins at what
Plain oats have the same fiber with far fewer calories, sugar and fat. Granola is crunchier and handy, but read the label — many carry dessert-level sugar. Homemade granola with lightly toasted oats fixes it.
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