Description
Homemade granola is a delightful way to elevate your breakfast routine! This easy-to-make recipe features crunchy oats, sweet honey, and a mix of your favorite nuts and dried fruits. Each bite provides a satisfying combination of flavors and textures, making it perfect for enjoying on its own or as a topping for yogurt. With customizable ingredients, you can tailor this granola to suit your taste preferences. Get ready to indulge in the warm aroma and deliciousness that will make your mornings brighter!
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, coconut flakes, cinnamon, and salt.
- Drizzle honey or maple syrup over the dry ingredients and stir until well-coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before adding dried fruits.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize with seeds instead of nuts or try different sweeteners like agave syrup. For a chocolatey twist, add dark chocolate chips after baking.