Oat and Wheat Germ Granola
Start your mornings with a wholesome, homemade Oat and Wheat Germ Granola that’s bursting with hearty flavors and nutritious ingredients. This recipe combines toasted rolled oats, nutrient-rich wheat germ, and a mix of crunchy nuts, all brought together with a luscious blend of honey, brown sugar, and coconut oil for natural sweetness. Aromatic cinnamon and vanilla extract elevate each bite, while dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots add a delightful chewiness. Perfectly crisped in the oven, this granola is easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, making it a versatile addition to your pantry. Enjoy it with milk, creamy yogurt, or simply as a snack for a satisfying energy boost. Healthy, easy-to-make, and irresistibly delicious, this homemade granola is a breakfast essential you’ll love digging into!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Wheat germ
- 1 cup Chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 0.3333 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, wheat germ, chopped nuts, cinnamon, and salt. Stir to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, brown sugar, and coconut oil. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the honey mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Mix well to coat all the oats, wheat germ, and nuts evenly.
Spread the granola mixture in an even layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring the mixture every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting. Keep a close eye toward the end of the cooking time to prevent burning.
Once the granola is golden brown and fragrant, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet. It will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, mix in the dried fruit of your choice.
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Serve with milk, yogurt, or as a snack on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.2 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.9 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 464.3 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.3 g | 219% | |
| Total Sugars | 210.3 g | ||
| Protein | 96.5 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 29.2 mg | 162% | |
| Potassium | 3989 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
