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Oatmeal Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich

 

Oatmeal cookie ice cream sandwiches are the perfect afternoon snack as summer winds down and the kids head back to school (or for any sultry summer day in between)! We make our homemade cookies with Mocha granola, but feel free to swap in your family’s favorite Little Red Wagon granola flavor.

Ingredients:

1 cup butter at room temperature
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour
1 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon instant coffee (optional)
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup crushed Mocha granola ( or substitute with your favorite flavor)
4 oz uncooked rolled oats

Instructions:

1. Soften butter in the microwave or let sit out to soften.
2. Preheat oven to 340°F.
3. Crush Mocha granola with a food processor or crush it by hand in a Ziploc bag with a rolling pin. Set aside.
4. In a medium bowl, mix softened butter and brown sugar with a spatula or a hand mixer if desired.
5. To the sugar and butter mixture, add eggs, salt, vanilla, cinnamon, baking soda, and honey.
6. Add flour, instant coffee, oats, and granola and mix until just incorporated and a dough forms.
7. Scoop into teaspoon-sized balls and line on a baking sheet
8. Bake for approximately 10 minutes at 340°F or until edges are firm.
9. Once cookies cool, scoop your favorite frozen yogurt or ice cream across one cookie, and sandwich with another cookie.
10. Place cookies in the freezer so they can harden (about a couple of hours).
11. Once frozen, roll the sandwiches in your favorite toppings like nuts, chocolate chips, or even more healthy granola.
12. Enjoy!

Yields 6-8 oatmeal cookie ice cream sandwiches depending on preferred cookie size (12-16 individual cookies)

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Wondering What To Eat With Granola? These Are Our Favorite Pairings!

what to eat with granola

 

Granola is a magical mix of toasty oats and craveable ingredients all on its own. But sometimes, it’s fun to shake things up and get creative when you’re craving something sweet. Wondering what to eat with granola? We’ve put together a list of our favorite pairings. Keep it classic or get creative—there’s something sure to suit every taste. 

Classic Pairings

When you’ve got the right granola—think plump raisins, velvety chocolate, or spicy cinnamon—the best way to eat it is right out of the bag. But there are a few classics that go great with granola. 

Layer Granola With Yogurt And Fruit For A Hearty Parfait

Think parfaits are boring? Think again! There are endless ways to construct this heart and healthy bowl, whether you’re looking for a meal or a high-fiber, high-protein treat. Experiment with using different types of yogurt. Get playful with your fruit choices (bonus points if you use what’s in season!). And don’t forget to layer in plenty of tasty, crunchy granola.  

Keep It Simple For A Tasty Treat

Sometimes, the best things in life are also the simplest. If you’re looking for a treat, dish up some granola with fresh fruit and whipped cream. This combo checks the sweet, crunchy, and creamy boxes without leaving you feeling bogged down. Our favorite combo is seasonal berries, freshly whipped cream, and a generous sprinkle of Mocha granola. 

Creative Pairings

Looking to get more adventurous with what to eat with granola? We’ve got some ideas! From tasty dessert toppers to breakfast baked goods, there’s no limit to what you can do with a bit of creativity. 

Punch Up Your Summer Cobblers

Summer is for barbecues and potlucks! Want to impress your family and friends? Punch up any cobbler by topping it with our Cosmopolitan granola. The zesty hint of citrus plays nice with many cobbler fruits. At the same time, the blend of cranberries, almonds, and pecans makes for a tasty, crunchy crumble. 

Take Dessert To A Whole New Level

If you’re limiting your granola munching to breakfast, we’re sorry to say you’re missing out! With their toasty oats and natural sweetness, our granolas make an excellent binder for cookies, bars, and other baked goods. From tasty s’mores monkey bars to fluffy cosmopolitan cream puffs, granola takes dessert to a new level. 

What’s Your Favorite Thing To Eat With Granola? 

There’s nothing we love more than hearing about how our granolas brighten your day. As a family-owned and operated business, each batch is made with love by our team of bakers. So, the next time you’re wondering what to eat with granola, head over to our blog for a little inspiration. And let us know, what’s your favorite thing to eat with granola?  

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S’mores Monkey Bars

 

We hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July and are enjoying your summer! Summer is a great time to break away from the day-to-day, relax, and spend time with family and friends. What better way to spend time with friends or family this summer than a cookout or backyard barbeque?  S’mores and Rice Krispie treats are quintessential treats for summer gatherings. Our S’mores monkey bars blend the best of all worlds into a delicious afternoon snack or after-dinner dessert. So when you are looking for a special treat, try our s’mores monkey bars!  

Ingredients:

  • 1 10oz bag mini marshmallows
  • 5 cups Crunchy Monkey Granola
  • 1 cup Teddy Grahams or crumbled graham crackers
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • Parchment paper

Instructions:

  1. Line a 8.5”x 8.5” baking pan with parchment paper, butter the parchment paper, and set aside.
  2. Crush the Crunchy Monkey Granola lightly with a rolling pin. 
  3. Mix crushed granola, Teddy Grahams or graham crackers, 1 cup mini marshmallows, salt and vanilla in a medium bowl. 
  4. In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat.
  5. As the butter melts, add in the rest of the marshmallows and stir with a wooden spoon until the marshmallows are completely melted.
  6. Remove from heat and pour the granola mix into the melted butter and marshmallows.
  7. Blend quickly using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until the mixture is evenly incorporated.
  8. Spread mixture into the greased 8.5 x 8.5 pan and use parchment or a flat spatula to lightly press the mixture evenly into the pan.
  9. Allow mixture to set for approximately 15 minutes.  Lift out parchment paper and cut into squares.
  10. Enjoy and store leftover s’mores monkey bars in an air-tight container at room temperature.
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Introducing Our Brand New Line of Little Red Wagon Granola Bars

At Little Red Wagon Granola, we believe in trying new things—whether it’s introducing the world to new and exciting flavors, like Cosmopolitan, or looking for fresh, sustainable ways to make the granolas you love. That’s how we all grow–as people and sustainable businesses. With that, we are so excited to announce the launch of our first line of granola bars. After nearly 20 years of creating delicious, handcrafted granolas, we’re bringing our commitment to healthy food to bite-sized, on-the-go deliciousness.

Starting in August, we’ll be sampling two flavors of granola bars: 

  • Fig & Orange & Apricot
  • Spiced Date

Why We’re Excited About Our New Granola Bars

There’s plenty to be excited about with our new granola bars. But we’re especially excited about the quality of ingredients, the new flavors, and how this will support our company’s core values. 

Quality of Ingredients

We will continue to source our healthy ingredients from local and sustainable sources. We are taking the nutritional benefits of our whole grain granola and putting them into bite-sized fun. To meet the demand of customers looking for nut free options, we included healthy seeds to boost protein along with a blend of dried fruits, and whole grains giving you all the same delicious benefits of our granola.

Playful & Unexpected Flavors

At Little Red Wagon Granola, we’ve never been afraid of thinking outside the box (or bag) when it comes to our flavors. Which is why we’re going whimsical with our new line of granola bars. Get the antioxidant benefits of chia seeds while munching on delicious whole grains and dried fruit. Figs and oranges are a classic combination with the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. And lastly, date combined with a little spice will give you a lift just when you crave it most. 

Ongoing Commitment to Healthy Food, Healthy People, Healthy Earth

As you know, we believe in creating food that is healthy for people and the planet. Venturing into a new product means that maintaining our commitment to our core values is more important than ever. With our new granola bars, we plan on staying fresh and relevant while keeping it local, hand-crafted, and sustainable. 

Order our new granola bars while supplies last

These granola bars will be a limited availability run available through the website while supplies last. Which flavor excites you? Which taste would you like to try? Contact us or tag us on social media. Be sure to check back next month when we launch the granola bars. 

 

 

 

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Get to Know the Team of Bakers Behind Our Handmade Granola

Little Red Wagon Granola team of bakers; handmade granola specialists

At Little Red Wagon, we think granola making is a true craft. And, like any craftsmen, we’re passionate about what we create and want to share it with the world. The team of bakers behind our handmade granola are the heart and soul of our company. They truly embrace our values of healthy people, planet, and food. In this blog, we’re introducing you to the team behind every bake! 

Granola Made With Our Hands and Hearts

From our humble origins at the Chapel Hill Farmers’ Market to today, our artisanal, handmade granola is never manufactured and always delicious. We hold ourselves—and our ingredients—to the highest standards and opt for locally sourced whenever possible. Each bag that goes out the door is thoughtfully baked by a passionate human and made with the best intentions and best practices.  

Meet Our Handmade Granola Bakers and Magic Makers 

We’re a family-owned and operated business, and the people we work with become part of that family. Our handmade granola makers are true craftsmen and women in the kitchen and make us proud of every bag that goes out the door. 

Katrina 

Katrina has been baking for a total of 13 years and has been on the LRWG team for the past seven months. Her favorite part of the job is helping a local business grow and creating new recipes. When asked about her favorite way to eat our handmade granola, she said she prefers Original granola with almond milk and fresh blueberries. When not in the LRWG kitchen, she loves to garden and decorate cakes for friends. 

Essence 

Essence’s love for baking began when she was about seven years old. She’s been an essential (pun intended) part of the LRWG team for two years and is motivated by creating delicious granola alongside a great team. Her favorite way to eat LRWG granola is straight from the bag, but she occasionally mixes it up with ice cream, yogurt, and other baked goods. You can find her reading, gardening, or traveling when not at work.  

Bassim

Bassim is another one of our expert handmade granola bakers and an integral part of the team. He’s been baking as long as he’s been part of the team (two and a half years) and brings raw talent to the mix. His favorite things about the job are the baking time and smelling fresh granola all day. Bassim’s go-to LRWG flavors are the always-satisfying Mocha and Cosmopolitan. 

Lisa

Lisa has been baking for six years and served as the LRWG Bakery and Packaging Lead for the last two years. Her favorite parts of the job are the hours and her co-workers; for her, it’s like working with family. Although she can’t enjoy the granola herself due to a nut allergy, Lisa takes great pride in ensuring product safety and quality for all our customers.  

Stock Up On Your Handmade Granola Favorites! 

We truly wouldn’t be where we are today without our dedicated bakers whipping up artisanal, handmade granola for our customers. And the next time you open a bag of LRWG, we hope you think of the experts behind each cluster! If all this talk about granola has made you hungry or realize you have to stock up, shop here. 

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Crunchy Monkey Granola Parfait

We hope the summer weather is treating you well. As schools start letting out for the summer, vacations begin, and the weather starts to warm up we could all use some simplicity in our day. Parfaits, like this Crunchy Monkey Granola Parfait, are a simple treat that can be a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack to cool off from the hot weather, or a light refreshing after-dinner dessert.

A parfait can’t be beaten for its simplicity, but also offers infinite variations to satisfy the pickiest of eaters. You can adjust the protein level, flavor profile, and sweetness level based on the yogurt you choose. Parfaits are also a great opportunity to use in-season fruit or whatever you have in the house. My favorite Little Red Wagon Granola is Crunchy Monkey, so I’ve used it here, but feel free to make the parfait your own using your favorite granola flavor.

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup vanilla yogurt
  • 1 small banana, sliced, strawberries and blueberries or other fruit of choice
  • ½ cup Chunky monkey granola or your favorite Little Red Wagon Granola
  • Options: fruit jams or peanut butter

Directions:

  • Pull together fresh fruit, your favorite Little Red Wagon Granola and vanilla yogurt.
  • Dice fruit of choice into bite size pieces
  • In a mason jar or clear glass, spoon half of the yogurt into the bottom of the jar or glass. Top with half of the banana slices and chopped granola. Then, repeat by adding a layer of yogurt then fruit and granola.
  • Options: parfaits are versatile, feel free to jazz up the parfait by adding a fruit jam or peanut butter as a part of the layers of the parfait or drizzle on top of the parfait.
  • Serve parfait immediately to keep granola crunchy.  If you need to make the parfait ahead, only add granola to the top layer.
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Cosmopolitan Cream Puff Recipe

cream puff recipe using cosmo granola

I don’t know about where you live, but the weather has certainly gotten warmer for us!  Even if it’s not the official start of summer, Memorial Day weekend always seems to be the informal start of summer.  We hope you have special plans to honor the fallen heroes that have served our country well. If you are looking for a quick and refreshing treat to share with loved ones or friends this holiday weekend, try our cosmopolitan cream puff recipe! The orange cream is particularly refreshing on a warm summer evening and the cosmopolitan granola adds a nice crunch. Whether you are planning to travel or just taking a break from your routine, we hope this summer brings you special memories!

Ingredients:

  • 1 package of puff pastry shells or puff pastry sheets
  • 2 cups of heavy cream
  • ¼ to 1/2 cup of sugar, adjust based on your preference for sweetness
  • 2 tsp orange oil or extract
  • 1 cup fresh berries such as blueberries or strawberries
  • Cosmopolitan granola, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Bake the puff pastry shells or pastry sheets according to the directions on the package. If you are using pastry sheets rather than shells, cut the pastry sheet into 2” squares or circles. To turn your pastry sheet into a shell, lightly score/perforate a circle across the shell. 
  2. While the puff pastry is baking, whip together heaving cream, sugar, and orange oil/extract for 5 minutes on high or until stiff peaks form with either a hand mixer or stand mixer.
  3. Once the puff pastry is cooled, remove the extra pastry in the center of the shell or sheet to create a well for the cream filling.  
  4. Pipe or scoop whipped orange cream into a puff pastry shell or sheet.
  5. Garnish with Cosmopolitan granola and fresh fruit.
  6. Enjoy!

This cream puff recipe works great as a make-ahead dessert if you store the pastry cream in your fridge and then add it to freshly baked puff pastries the day of. 

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With All These Granola Flavors, The Possibilities are Endless

little red wagon granola flavors

Variety is the spice of life. While it’s always great to have dependable favorites, there’s something wonderful about mixing it up—particularly when it comes to your breakfast options. Some days you really need those cozy, warm flavors. On other days, it’s the bright, citrusy zing that puts a spring in your step. At Little Red Wagon Granola, we give our customers year-round variety with four consistent granola flavors and occasional seasonal blends to enjoy. 

Our Year-Round Granola Flavors 

Granola is one of those breakfast foods that ticks all the boxes. It’s easy to prepare, great to take on the go, full of nutrients, and did we mention; it’s delicious! These classic granola flavors are available year-round, so you can grab a handful whenever hunger strikes.

Original 

The blend that started it all—our Original granola flavor has been a favorite ever since we started selling our granola at farmer’s markets back in 2004. It has everything you need in a cozy, flavorful blend. With warm notes of cinnamon and brown sugar and tons of pecans and almonds, this blend is filling and satisfying when mixed with your favorite milk or milk alternative. It also pairs perfectly alongside your favorite cup of coffee or tea.

Want to mix up your breakfast? Try out this Overnight Chia Seed and Granola Pudding.  

Cosmopolitan

Looking for something with a bit of tang? Then you’ll love Cosmopolitan. This blend features cranberries and orange oil for a zesty citrus boost. Because of its bright flavor profile, Cosmopolitan is an ideal blend to add as a topping to your yogurt, pancakes, or even ice cream. 

Try your hand at some baking with this Oatmeal Cranberry Cookie Recipe, featuring our Cosmopolitan blend. 

Crunchy Monkey

Crunchy Monkey (one of our favorites) is our twist on the classic chocolate-banana flavor. This blend is rich and satisfying with dried banana bits and chocolate chips. It’s also packed full of pecans and almonds to add healthy fats and a bit of protein. 

We love to use Crunchy Monkey in our baking recipes like this Banana Cream Pie (talk about banana overload—Yum!) 

Mocha

Finally, our fourth year-round granola flavor was made especially for chocolate lovers. If you’re a fan of mocha lattes or chocolate cake, you’ll love this granola flavor. Mocha is a rich blend of dark chocolate, almonds, and just a hint of coffee. Try this flavor with vanilla ice cream, crumbled over the top of brownies or fudge, or on its own when you’re craving that chocolaty goodness. 

You can also bake it into delicious cookies with our Coconut Mocha Granola Macaroons recipe.  

Seasonal Granola Flavors to Enjoy Before They’re Gone 

Alongside our year-round granola flavors, we also offer unique seasonal flavors that take advantage of the best ingredients from each time of the year. These seasonal batches include Lemon Drop, Big Apple, and Pumpkin Patch flavors. These limited-time flavors are made in smaller batches, so once they’re gone, they’re gone until next year. So grab them while they’re here!

Snag Your Favorite Granola Flavors, or Try Them All Out

Suddenly have a craving for our delicious granola after reading about our different flavors? With nutritious whole grain oats and protein-packed nuts, there’s no reason to refuse your cravings. 

You can pick up a bag online today or build a variety pack to try out some of our year-round favorites and the occasional seasonal flavor. 

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Carrot Granola Crumble Cupcakes

Spring is officially upon us. And with it comes a new season and all the change this season brings. We hope you are enjoying the extra sunshine and all that is blooming. We can’t think of the Easter bunny without thinking about carrots. Our carrot granola crumble takes a new spin on a traditional dessert. We think the Easter bunny would approve and hope you do too 😊.

Ingredients:

Cupcake:

4 oz butter
1 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
1 tbsp vanilla
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp clove
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
2 eggs
8 oz sour cream
1 cups all purpose flour
1 cups grated carrots
1 cup chopped original granola

Streusel topping
2 oz butter
½ cup brown or coconut sugar
1/4 cup flour
¼ cup Original Granola
½ tsp cinnamon

Glaze
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/8 cup heavy cream
½ tsp vanilla

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line 12 count muffin pan with liners 

2. Prepare batter by creaming butter, sugars, spices, baking soda and salt in a standing mixer or with a hand mixer.

3. Add eggs slowly and scrape down the bowl.

4. Add sour cream slowly and scrape again. 

5. Add flour roll and mix until just combined.

6. Add raisins, chopped granola, and carrots and mix until just combined.

7. Scoop batter into lined muffin pan.

8. In a separate bowl combine streusel ingredients and combine by hand or with a pastry blender or fork until crumble forms.

9. Top cupcakes with crumble.

10. Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

11. In a small bowl combine glaze ingredients and mix until well incorporated with a spoon or fork.

12.  When cupcakes have lightly cooled take a spoon or fork and drizzle glaze on cupcakes.

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3 Reasons to Choose Little Red Wagon Granola as Your Wholesale Granola Supplier

image showing little red wagon granola as a wholesale granola supplier, with a supply truck and tons of granola

With over 165 million Americans eating healthy snacks like granola and fruit each year, demand for wholesome recipes and flavor variety is stronger than ever. Since our start selling granola at farmers’ markets, we’ve always known that carefully-developed, wholesome recipes are the key to keeping customers satisfied and coming back for more. Want to feature delicious, healthy granola that’s good for your customers and the planet alike? Then choose Little Red Wagon Granola as your wholesale granola supplier. 

Handmade, Natural Granola

Care is at the heart of our business, which is why our granola has always been handmade. Instead of giant manufacturing plants full of over processed oats and artificial flavors and colorants, our recipes are batch-made by expert bakers in the kitchen. We only work with high-quality ingredients like whole-grain oats, dried fruits, nuts, and seeds. This helps us create flavorful blends that feed the body and the soul. From sourcing to baking to packaging and shipping, our team is there to ensure your customers only get the best. 

Flavor Varieties and Seasonal Specials

As a lean operation, large-scale manufacturing schedules don’t constrain us. That means we get to work with different ingredients to create delicious flavor combinations for customers to relish. Our year-round batches offer dependable flavors that can be enjoyed anytime on their own or baked into one of our many creative recipes. We also work with Mother Nature, offering seasonal specials with the freshest ingredients, like crunchy fall apples and lemony spring goodness. 

Healthy Food, Healthy People, Healthy Planet

Our three pillars showcase our desire to create mouthwatering granola that’s good for people and the planet. That’s why we only source from suppliers who share our commitment to high-quality, sustainable ingredients. Our in-house, batch-baked blends are sustainably packaged in Eco-Friendly materials. Our recipes also encourage a healthy balance of nutrient-dense ingredients with a little bit of sweetness to satisfy the soul. 

Share Our Flavorful Granola Goodness With Your Customers Today

As a family and women-owned company, we’re here to help satisfy your customers’ growing desire for high-quality, healthy snacking options. With delicious flavors and a focus on sustainable practices, you won’t regret choosing Little Red Wagon Granola as your wholesale granola supplier. 

Apply to be a wholesale partner today,  or check us out on Tundra for easy wholesale purchasing.