Description
Homemade granola is a delightful and nutritious way to kick-start your day or enjoy as a snack. With its irresistible crunch and wholesome ingredients, this easy recipe combines rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits to create a satisfying blend that’s both tasty and versatile. Perfect for breakfast atop yogurt or as a crunchy topping for smoothie bowls, homemade granola can also be enjoyed straight out of the jar for a quick energy boost.
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts)
- 1/2 cup seeds (pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds)
- 1 cup dried fruits (cranberries, apricots)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
- Allow cooling completely before transferring to an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, incorporate spices like cinnamon or nutmeg into the dry mixture. Adjust sweetness by using more or less honey/maple syrup based on personal preference. Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to two weeks.