Homemade Granola
Granola is a delightful blend of oats, nuts, and honey that transforms any breakfast into a crunchy celebration. Perfect for snacking or topping yogurt, homemade granola allows you to customize flavors and textures to your liking. With its warm aroma and golden-brown hue, this versatile treat is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying. Elevate your mornings with this wholesome recipe that’s sure to impress family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup refined coconut oil
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup dried fruits (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped mixed nuts, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey and melted coconut oil until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients; stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Allow granola to cool completely before breaking into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg