Description
This Simple Homemade Granola recipe offers a wholesome and customizable breakfast or snack option, combining toasted rolled oats, mixed nuts, and dried fruits sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and a touch of salt, this granola is baked to golden perfection for a crunchy texture that can be enjoyed on its own or with yogurt and milk.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups Rolled Oats
- 1 cup Mixed Nuts, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup
- 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 cup Dried Fruits
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the granola.
- Combine oats and nuts: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the rolled oats and chopped mixed nuts thoroughly.
- Prepare the sweet mixture: In a small saucepan, combine the honey or maple syrup, vegetable oil, and salt. Warm while stirring until the mixture is smooth and combined.
- Coat the oat mixture: Pour the warm honey-oil mixture over the oats and nuts, folding gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the coated granola mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet to ensure even toasting.
- Bake the granola: Bake the granola in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote uniform browning.
- Cool the granola: Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet; this will allow it to crisp up.
- Add dried fruits: Once cooled, mix in the dried fruits for added sweetness and chewiness without compromising the crunch.
- Store properly: Transfer the granola to an airtight container and store it at room temperature for up to two weeks for freshness.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can toast the mixed nuts separately before mixing.
- If you prefer a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup.
- Feel free to customize your granola with other nuts or seeds like almonds, pecans, or sunflower seeds.
- Store granola in an airtight container to maintain crispness and freshness.
- The granola can be enjoyed as a topping for yogurt, smoothie bowls, or eaten as a snack.
