Description
Homemade granola is a delightful and nutritious blend of wholesome oats, crunchy nuts, and sweet dried fruits—all baked to golden perfection. This easy recipe allows you to create a delicious and healthy breakfast option that can be enjoyed in numerous ways.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins or cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, and cinnamon.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the dry mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a lined baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before adding dried fruits; mix gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, incorporate vanilla extract or nutmeg. - Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.