Healthy Granola
Granola is a delightful blend of crispy oats, crunchy nuts, and sweet dried fruits, making it the perfect way to kickstart your day. This healthy granola recipe is not only simple to make but also customizable, allowing you to enjoy it as a breakfast staple, snack, or topping for desserts. With its enticing aroma and nutritious ingredients, you’ll find this granola disappearing faster than you can make it!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup nut oil (grapeseed or similar)
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins or cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, cinnamon powder, and salt thoroughly.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup) and nut oil until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet, keeping some clusters intact.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
- Allow the granola to cool completely before adding dried fruits. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different nuts and seeds for added flavor. For a sweeter treat, mix in dark chocolate chips after baking. Avoid overbaking to maintain a perfect balance between crunchiness and chewiness.