Sunshine Morning Granola
Brighten your mornings with our irresistible Sunshine Morning Granola—a golden, homemade treat bursting with wholesome ingredients! This recipe features a nutrient-packed mix of rolled oats, raw almonds, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and shredded coconut, toasted to perfection with a luscious blend of coconut oil, honey, and vanilla. A zesty hint of fresh orange zest and a dash of cinnamon add warmth and vibrancy, while dried cranberries and golden raisins provide sweet, fruity bursts in every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy granola is perfect as a yogurt topper, a cereal alternative with milk, or a grab-and-go snack. Packed with healthy fats, fiber, and flavor, Sunshine Morning Granola is your new go-to for a bright start to the day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 0.5 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup golden raisins
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.25 cup coconut oil, melted
- 0.3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, shredded coconut, chia seeds, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the melted coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture until well combined, then remove from heat.
Pour the coconut oil and honey mixture over the dry ingredients, stirring thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Add the orange zest to the mixture and stir gently to incorporate the fresh citrus flavor.
Spread the granola mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. Keep an eye on it in the final minutes to prevent over-browning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely. The granola will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, stir in the dried cranberries and golden raisins.
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Enjoy it with yogurt, milk, or as a crunchy snack on its own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.0 g | 135% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.6 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1204 mg | 26% | |
*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.
