Indulge in the ultimate irresistible granola that combines a perfect blend of nuts, seeds, oats, and sweet honey. This homemade granola recipe is easy to make, crunchy, and full of wholesome flavors. Enjoy it as a breakfast cereal, sprinkle it over yogurt or ice cream, or simply snack on it any time of the day. Make a big batch and store it in an airtight container for a delightful treat that will keep you coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup flaxseeds
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flaxseeds, and chia seeds.
- In a small saucepan, heat the honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt over low heat. Stir until the mixture is well combined and the coconut oil has melted.
- Pour the honey mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and press it down lightly with the back of a spoon to create an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the granola turns golden brown, stirring once halfway through to ensure even baking.
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. It will get crunchier as it cools.
- Once the granola is completely cool, break it into pieces and stir in the dried fruits.
- Transfer the granola to an airtight container and store it at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
