Description
Discover what makes granola stick together, the role of fats, and simple tips for creating perfect, crunchy clusters every time.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruits
- Honey, maple syrup, nut butter
- Coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon
- Optional: chocolate chips, coconut flakes
Instructions
- Mix oats, nuts, seeds, and spices.
- Add honey, syrup, nut butter, oil, and vanilla.
- Spread and press onto a baking sheet.
- Bake at 300°F for 20–25 minutes.
- Cool completely, then break into clusters.
- Add dried fruits or chocolate chips.
Notes
- Press granola firmly before baking for better clusters.
- Let it cool completely to avoid crumbling.
- Add dried fruits or chocolate chips after baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Mix oats, nuts, seeds, and spices. Whisk honey, syrup, oil, and vanilla; combine with dry mix. Press onto a baking sheet. Bake at 300°F for 20–25 minutes. Cool, break into clusters, and add extras. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200–250 per 1/2 cup
- Sugar: 10–15g per 1/2 cup
- Sodium: 50–150mg per 1/2 cup
- Fat: 10–12g per 1/2 cup
- Saturated Fat: 3–6g per 1/2 cup
- Carbohydrates: 30–35g per 1/2 cup
- Fiber: 3–5g per 1/2 cup
- Protein: 4–6g per 1/2 cup
- Cholesterol: 0–5mg per 1/2 cup
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