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Homemade Crunchy Granola

A white bowl filled with homemade granola, featuring crunchy clusters, dried cranberries, and almonds.
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Create your own delicious, crunchy granola with this easy recipe. Customize your mix of oats, nuts, seeds, and sweeteners for a healthy breakfast cereal or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 1/2 cup mixed seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds)
  • 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, apricots)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, mixed nuts, mixed seeds, and shredded coconut.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the granola is golden brown and toasted. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The granola will become crispier as it cools.
  9. Once cooled, stir in the dried fruit.
  10. Store your homemade granola in an airtight container at room temperature.

Notes

  • For larger clusters, press the granola down firmly on the baking sheet before and during baking.
  • Adjust the amount of sweetener to your preference.
  • Feel free to experiment with different nuts, seeds, spices, and dried fruits.
  • This granola is a great alternative to store-bought options and can be used for meal planning.

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