Mix up your morning with Homemade Granola! Combine oats, nuts, and dried fruit for a personalized snack or breakfast. It’s simple to make and even easier to love.
When it comes to breakfast, can anything beat homemade granola? Toasted oats, crunchy nuts, and chewy dried fruit – it’s breakfast heaven in a bowl.
Making homemade granola is simpler than you think. Start with this basic recipe and customize it with your favorite mix-ins. Try macadamia nuts, coconut, and cranberries for a tropical twist, or almonds and cherries for a classic combo.
On busy mornings, having a jar of homemade granola ready to go is a lifesaver. It’s perfect as a quick snack or as a topping for yogurt bowls. If you’re looking for more variety, try my sweet potato breakfast bowls, huevos motuleños, or shakshuka. for a hearty breakfast option.
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Why I Love This Granola
- A healthy whole-grain snack or breakfast packed with fiber and nutrients.
- Ideal for meal prep—easy to store and use throughout the week.
- This healthy granola recipe is easy to make in bulk, great for gifting or sharing.
Recipe Ingredients
Honey – Sweetens things up and helps everything stick together. If you like more clusters, adding a little extra doesn’t hurt.
Old-Fashioned Oats – The base of your granola. They crisp up nicely and give the perfect texture for all those clusters.
Almonds – Add a satisfying crunch and nutty flavor. If you’re a fan of other nuts, feel free to mix them in.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts, see the recipe card below.
Variations
Mix-Ins – Add extra crunch with chia seeds or flaxseeds, or go for pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, pecans, walnuts, pistachios, or cashews. For chewiness, try dried cranberries, raisins, or apricots. Sweetened or unsweetened coconut flakes, or dark chocolate chips, also work well once it’s cooled!
Sweetener Variations – Use maple syrup for a deeper, caramel-like sweetness, agave nectar for a lighter flavor, or brown rice syrup for a more neutral sweetness.
Oil Substitutes – Refined coconut oil adds smooth richness, while extra-virgin olive oil gives a savory touch. To keep your granola crispy but not burnt, use a neutral oil like avocado oil or vegetable oil.
How to Make Homemade Granola
Step #1: Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step #2: For the wet ingredients, combine the honey, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a small glass bowl. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring in between, until melted and thoroughly combined.
Step #3: Toss the oats and nuts together in a large bowl. Pour the honey mixture over the top of the oats and nuts and toss well to evenly coat. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
Step #4: Give the pan a good stir and add the dates. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the nuts are toasted. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
Expert Tips
For Chunkier Granola – Press down the granola with a spatula before baking, and stir gently while baking. You can also add an egg white to the mixture to help bind it, creating larger clusters.
Let It Cool Fully – For the best granola recipe, allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring it to a container. This will help it crisp up.
FAQs
Serve your delicious homemade granola over yogurt with fresh berries for breakfast, or turn it into Greek yogurt parfait for a healthy dessert.
Absolutely! In addition to the cinnamon in this recipe, nutmeg, or ground ginger are great options to spice things up. Experiment and find your favorite combo.
It lasts up to 3 weeks when stored in an airtight container at room temperature. Keeping it sealed helps maintain its crunch.
Storage Information
To store Homemade Granola, let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container, like a jar or resealable bag, to keep it fresh and crunchy. It will stay good at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
If you want it to last longer, you can freeze it in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, thaw at room temperature or reheat briefly in the oven to restore its crispness.
Breakfast Dishes to Kickstart Your Day
Homemade Granola Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup almonds
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup roughly chopped pitted dates
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- For the wet ingredients, combine the honey, coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt in a small glass bowl. Microwave in 15-second increments, stirring in between, until melted and thoroughly combined.
- Toss the oats and nuts together in a large bowl. Pour the honey mixture over the top of the oats and nuts and toss well to evenly coat. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Give the pan a good stir and add the dates. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the nuts are toasted. Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.
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Such a great recipe—simple to make, healthy, and free from any additives. I’ve been making it for a while now and have no plans to switch to another!