Crunchy Homemade Granola Recipe
This homemade granola recipe yields a crunchy, customizable and healthy breakfast or snack option with a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
- Baking Sheet
- Oven
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts chopped almonds, pecans, and walnuts
- ½ cup mixed seeds such as sunflower and pumpkin seeds
Liquid Ingredients
- ⅓ cup honey
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Seasonings
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Optional Mix-Ins
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, and mixed seeds. Stir until evenly distributed.
- In a small saucepan, gently warm the honey and coconut oil until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the warm liquid mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until everything is well coated.
- Spread the granola mixture evenly onto a lined baking sheet. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 20-25 minutes until light golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, mix in the dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips if desired.
Notes
This homemade granola is perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack. Feel free to adjust the mix-ins to your taste and enjoy a crunchy, wholesome treat.