Homemade Granola
A simple and nutritious granola recipe that you can customize to your taste. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats or old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup shaved or slivered almonds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil Can substitute with vegetable oil or unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup honey Can swap for agave syrup or brown sugar
- 1/4 cup real maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Use parchment paper to line an 18×13” rimmed baking sheet, and preheat your oven to 325°F.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Add oats, almonds, and coconut flakes to a large bowl, mix well, and set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a microwaveable dish or measuring cup, combine coconut oil and honey. Microwave for 15-30 seconds to melt the oil. Then add in the maple syrup and salt, stirring to mix everything together. If needed, microwave again for an additional 15 seconds to better combine.
- Combine Mixtures: Drizzle the warm oil mixture over the dry oat mixture. Use a rubber spatula to stir and coat everything evenly. Spread the granola mixture on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the granola is just golden.
Cooling and Storing
- Allow the granola to cool completely. Once cooled, break it apart with your hands and store it in an airtight container for up to 4 weeks or freeze it for 3 months.
Notes
Experiment with different nuts, seeds, or dried fruits. Stir the granola a couple of times while baking for even browning. If you like clumps, press it down slightly before baking.