Healthy Granola
Ingredients
- 4 cold-fashioned rolled oats
use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free granola
- 1 ½ craw nuts and/or seeds
- 1 tspfine-grain sea salt
- teaspoon ground cinnamon
- cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
- cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- cup dried fruit
- Totally optional additional mix-ins: ½ cup chocolate chips or coconut flakes
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts and/or seeds, salt and cinnamon. Stir to blend.
- 3
Pour in the oil, maple syrup and/or honey and vanilla. Mix well, until every oat and nut is lightly coated. Pour the granola onto your prepared pan and use a large spoon to spread it in an even layer.
- 4
Bake until lightly golden, about 21 to 24 minutes, stirring halfway (for extra-clumpy granola, press the stirred granola down with your spatula to create a more even layer). The granola will further crisp up as it cools.
- 5
Let the granola cool completely, undisturbed (at least 45 minutes). Top with the dried fruit (and optional chocolate chips, if using). Break the granola into pieces with your hands if you want to retain big chunks, or stir it around with a spoon if you don’t want extra-clumpy granola.
- 6
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks, or in a sealed freezer bag in the freezer for up to 3 months. The dried fruit can freeze solid, so let it warm to room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
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About this Recipe
Tired of store-bought granola loaded with refined sugar? This delicious healthy granola recipe lets you create your own naturally sweetened, wholesome batch right in your kitchen. It’s a versatile base for endless customization, perfect for starting your day right.
What sets this healthy granola apart is its reliance on natural sweeteners like maple syrup or honey, allowing you to control the ingredients and avoid unnecessary additives. This approach ensures a truly personalized and satisfying breakfast or snack, crafted exactly to your liking with oats, coconut oil, and your favorite nuts and fruit.
Imagine a bowl of golden, crisp oats and nuts, perfectly toasted and lightly sweet, with delightful bursts of flavor from dried fruit. Each spoonful offers a satisfying crunch, making it an ideal start to your day or a delightful snack. While simple to assemble, the blend of wholesome ingredients creates a remarkably comforting and flavorful experience that’s naturally satisfying.
This recipe is incredibly flexible, allowing you to truly make it your own. Swap out pecans and pepitas for almonds, walnuts, or sunflower seeds to suit your preference. You can use honey instead of maple syrup for sweetness, or olive oil if you prefer it over coconut oil. For a twist, try different dried fruits like apricots or cherries, and don't forget the totally optional additions like chocolate chips or coconut flakes for an extra treat. For those avoiding gluten, simply use certified gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats.
Serve this wholesome healthy granola over yogurt, with a splash of milk, or simply as a satisfying snack on its own. It's perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout bite, or to sprinkle over fruit for a delightful dessert.