Favorite Granola Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 35 minutes
🥣 Servings: Makes about 35 servings
Description:
Easy to prepare, this mildly sweet granola is a perfect breakfast treat. It’s a versatile recipe that you can easily adjust to suit your personal taste buds. For those with a sweet tooth, feel free to add extra honey for a delightful crunch! Serve it with milk, fresh fruits, yogurt, or enjoy it on its own.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 9 cups | Old Fashioned Oats |
| 1 1/2 cups | Wheat Germ |
| 1 1/2 cups | Unsweetened Coconut |
| 1/3 cup | Sesame Seeds |
| 1/2 cup | Sunflower Seeds |
| 3/4 cup | Canola Oil |
| 2 cups | Honey |
| 1 cup | Dried Cranberries |
| 1 tsp | Almond Extract |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla Extract |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix together the old fashioned oats, wheat germ, unsweetened coconut, sesame seeds, and sunflower seeds.
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Add Oil and Honey: Pour the canola oil and honey over the dry mixture. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
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Bake First Round: Spread the mixture onto 2 to 4 baking sheets or jelly roll pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, remembering to stir every 10 minutes. This helps to ensure even baking and a deliciously crunchy texture.
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Add Cranberries and Extracts: Once the mixture is golden brown and fragrant, remove it from the oven. Mix in the dried cranberries, almond extract, and vanilla extract. These additions bring a burst of flavor and sweetness to the granola.
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Second Round of Baking: Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheets again. Return them to the oven for another 5 to 10 minutes. This final bake gives the granola its irresistible crispness.
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Cool Completely: Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheets. This helps it to set and become wonderfully crunchy.
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Store and Serve: Once cooled, transfer the granola to an airtight container. This will keep it fresh and crunchy for longer periods. Serve with milk, fresh fruit, yogurt, or simply enjoy it as a satisfying snack on its own!
Recipe Notes:
- 🥥 Customize to Taste: Feel free to get creative with this recipe! Add your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits to make it your own.
- 🌰 Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 337.9
- Total Fat: 21.4g
- Saturated Fat: 7.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 58.7mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 31.5g
- Dietary Fiber: 6.1g
- Sugars: 10.1g
- Protein: 8g
Enjoy Your Homemade Granola!
This Favorite Granola recipe is sure to become a staple in your breakfast routine. It’s simple, delicious, and endlessly customizable. Make a big batch to enjoy throughout the week or share it with friends and family—it’s bound to be a hit! 🌟
