The Best Granola Ever
Crunchy, nutty, and irresistibly flavorful, "The Best Granola Ever" is the ultimate homemade breakfast or snack option. Packed with old-fashioned rolled oats, a mix of raw nuts and seeds, unsweetened shredded coconut, and a warm hint of cinnamon, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of hearty and sweet. Lightly sweetened with maple syrup or honey and enriched with melted coconut oil for a luscious texture, this granola bakes to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether you stir in dried fruit for a chewy burst of flavor or indulge with optional chocolate chips, this customizable granola is easy to make and incredibly versatile. Serve it over yogurt, pair it with milk, or enjoy it straight from the jar for a healthy, satisfying crunch. Perfect for meal preppers and snack enthusiasts alike, this recipe is your go-to for homemade granola that stays fresh and delicious for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1.5 cups Raw nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, or walnuts), roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup Raw seeds (e.g., pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds)
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup (or honey)
- 0.5 cup Coconut oil (or other neutral oil), melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Dried fruit (e.g., cranberries, raisins, or chopped apricots)
- 0.5 cup Optional: Chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, shredded coconut, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir to mix evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
Spread the granola mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing it down gently with a spatula for clumpier granola.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through for even toasting. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
Remove the granola from the oven when it turns golden brown and fragrant. Allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet—it will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, stir in the dried fruit and optional chocolate chips.
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Serve with milk, yogurt, or enjoy it straight from the jar as a crunchy snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 325.7 g | 418% | |
| Saturated Fat | 163.5 g | 818% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1276 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 509.9 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 76.9 g | 275% | |
| Total Sugars | 211.6 g | ||
| Protein | 96.6 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 610 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 4290 mg | 91% | |
*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.
