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Homemade Granola

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This homemade granola recipe is sweet, crunchy, and SO good. Once you try it, you’ll never want to eat granola any other way! If this is your first time making homemade granola, you’re in for a treat.

homemade granola recipe

About The Recipe

This granola recipe is simple and quick: it takes about 5 minutes to prepare and then bakes in the oven for about 30 minutes.

The best part of this recipe is that it uses lots of healthy ingredients but is so tasty and satisfying. It’s the perfect amounts of sweet + crunchy + chewy.

This recipe uses a variety of ingredients to get the ultimate granola texture. The cranberries and coconut flakes add chewiness; the oats and nuts add crunch; and the maple syrup adds sweetness.

All of these flavors and textures together are what make this recipe an easy favorite.

homemade granola recipe

Homemade Granola Ingredients

The full homemade granola recipe is at the bottom of this page, but here’s a quick look at a few of the ingredients you’ll need & popular substitutions:

  • old fashioned oats: these are the best type of oats for this recipe (avoid using quick oats – they won’t have the same texture)
  • slivered almonds: you can also use chopped almonds
  • chopped walnuts: add walnuts, pecans, cashews, peanuts – any of your favorite nuts to this recipe
  • coconut oil, melted: you can also use olive oil
  • maple syrup: honey can be substituted
  • dried cranberries: raisins are also tasty!

How to Make Homemade Granola

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STEP 1:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. I like to bake these oats on a half-sheet baking pan (the recommended one is shown below):

STEP 2:

In a large bowl, mix together the oats, almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, salt and cinnamon.

STEP 3:

Pour the melted coconut oil and maple syrup into the oats mixture. Stir until well-combined.

STEP 4:

Add the granola to the baking sheet and spread it into an even layer. 

STEP 5:

Bake for 15 minutes and then add the coconut flakes on top of the granola. Bake for 10 – 15 more minutes, until the coconut flakes and granola are toasted and lightly browned.

STEP 6:

Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool (about an hour) before adding your dried cranberries. 

How long does homemade granola last?

Homemade granola will last 1 – 2 weeks when stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

How to store homemade granola

Store homemade granola in an airtight container like a jar, Tupperware container, or Ziplok bag. I love using the below standard mason jars for storing this granola because they can hold about a batch of it:

Ways to use homemade granola:

The ways to use this homemade granola recipe are endless! Here’s a few ideas to get you started:

  • Add it on top of yogurt
  • Eat it like cereal in a bowl with milk (or add it to your cereal)
  • Top it with fruit as a snack
  • Use it as a salad topping
  • Add it to the top of a smoothie bowl
  • Sprinkle it on top of some Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
  • Slice an apple, drizzle it with peanut butter and then top it with this granola!
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Homemade Granola Recipe


  • Author: Megan
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 – 6 servings 1x
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You’ll never want to eat granola any other way after trying this delicious homemade granola recipe. It’s sweet, crunchy, and healthy.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old fashioned oats
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds
  • 1/2  cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/4  cup chia seeds
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2  tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2/3 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. 
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, salt and cinnamon.
  3. Pour the melted coconut oil and maple syrup into the oats mixture. Stir until well-combined.
  4. Add the granola to the baking sheet and spread it into an even layer. 
  5. Bake for 15 minutes and then add the coconut flakes on top of the granola. Bake for 10 – 15 more minutes, until the coconut flakes and granola are toasted and lightly browned.
  6. Remove the granola from the oven and let it cool (about an hour) before adding your dried cranberries. 
  7. Store your granola in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for 1 – 2 weeks.
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 25

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