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Homemade Granola

Homemade Granola: Customize Your Crunchy Morning Delight

Say goodbye to store-bought options with this Homemade Granola recipe, customizable to your taste and budget-friendly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats can be used but will alter texture.
  • 1 cup Nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans) Can substitute with seeds for nut-free.
  • 1/2 cup Seeds (e.g., pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds) Mix according to your preference.
For the Sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Honey/Maple Syrup Agave syrup or brown sugar mixed with water can be used.
  • 1 cup Dried Fruit (e.g., raisins, cranberries, apricots) Fresh fruit can be used for serving.
For Flavor and Texture
  • 1/4 cup Vegetable Oil (or Coconut Oil) Any neutral oil can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can omit if preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional) Other spices can be used as alternatives.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine rolled oats, nuts, seeds, salt, and optional cinnamon in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix honey or maple syrup, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry mixture and stir until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even browning.
  7. Cool for about 10 minutes, then stir in dried fruits.
  8. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and crunch. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature.

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