Customizable Homemade Granola for Healthy Crunchy Mornings
This Homemade Granola brings nostalgia and customizable flavors, perfect for healthy breakfasts or snacks.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- - Large bowl
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
Base
- 3 cups Whole Rolled Oats Substitution: Quick oats can be used but may alter the texture.
- 1 cup Chopped Walnuts Substitution: Any nuts or seeds of your preference.
Flavor
- 1 cup Coconut Flakes Substitution: Omit if you prefer less sweetness.
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon No direct substitute, additional spices can be added.
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt Optional based on taste preferences.
Binding
- 1/4 cup Melted Coconut Oil Substitution: Use olive oil or a neutral oil.
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Substitution: Honey can be used for a similar sweetness.
- 1/4 cup Creamy Almond Butter Substitution: Peanut butter or sunflower seed butter can replace almond butter.
Extra Sweetness
- 1 cup Dried Cranberries Substitution: Any dried fruit such as raisins or apricots.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine oats, walnuts, coconut flakes, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Drizzle melted coconut oil and maple syrup over the mixture, then add almond butter. Stir until fully combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the baking sheet, forming a 1-inch-thick oval.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then rotate the pan and bake for another 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Sprinkle with dried cranberries after baking, if desired. Let it cool for about 15 minutes.
Notes
Store your homemade granola in an airtight container for up to one week at room temperature or refrigerate for 2–3 weeks. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months.