Homemade Granola
Granola is a delightful blend of oats, nuts, and sweeteners that transforms breakfast into a comforting experience. This homemade version is simple to make and customizable, featuring the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness. Enjoy it on its own, with yogurt, or sprinkled over fresh fruit. Elevate your mornings with this nutritious treat that’s as delicious as it is versatile!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds and walnuts)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins or cranberries)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, coconut flakes, cinnamon, and salt.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, stir in dried fruits, and allow to cool completely before breaking into clusters.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg