Description
Make easy homemade granola with warm spices, perfect for a flavorful, crunchy breakfast or snack that’s wholesome and comforting.
Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup nuts (such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts), roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves or allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (such as cranberries, raisins, or chopped dates), added after baking
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients over dry ingredients and stir well to coat evenly.
- Spread granola mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting, until golden and fragrant.
- Remove from oven and allow granola to cool completely on the baking sheet; it will crisp up as it cools.
- Stir in dried fruit.
- Store in an airtight container once completely cool.
Notes
- Stir granola halfway through baking to prevent burning and ensure even crispness.
- Let granola cool completely before storing to maintain crunchiness.
- Use fresh spices for the best aromatic flavor.
- Customize the nut and seed mix based on seasonal availability.
- Store in airtight container away from moisture to retain texture.
- Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze for longer shelf life, up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American