Find out how to make granola that's so delicious you'll never want store-bought again. In just 45 minutes, you can make this recipe only using 8 ingredients. Every bite is perfectly crunchy and flavorful.
I am going to share with you step-by-step photos and easy-to-follow directions.
Why this recipe works:
- Every bite is crunchy and delicious.
- You only need 8 ingredients.
- This recipe is customizable.
- It only takes around 45 minutes to whip up a batch.
Granola can be used in many different ways! Don't be afraid to try it with anything you want to see how you like it best. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Snack or Breakfast - That's right, you can literally grab a handful and eat it as a snack or for breakfast. It tastes so good by itself; it doesn't need anything else.
- Yogurt - If you love yogurt, I don't have to tell you how much better it tastes with a little bit of granola on top. It gives a great crunch and tastes fabulous.
- Cobblers - If you enjoy making cobblers, sprinkle some it on top. It's so flavorful, and the texture is lovely.
- On Top of Muffins - Muffins are delicious on their own but sprinkle some of it on top, and they are even better.
- Ice Cream - Ice cream tastes so yummy with that crunchy addition. Give it a try!
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Get out a large baking sheet and line it with parchment paper. Then chop nuts and mix them with oats in a large bowl. Add some salt and set the bowl aside.
Add maple syrup, oil, and vanilla to a small bowl. Whisk until they are combined.
Pour maple syrup mix in the bowl with oats and nuts and stir until all the nuts and oats are coated with maple syrup and moistened evenly.
Transfer the oatmeal mixture to the baking sheet and spread it evenly.
Bake it for 20 minutes, then stir, and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Allow it to cool before removing it from the pan.
Top tips
- When chopping the nuts, don't make them too fine or it won't be easy to eat.
- Store it in an airtight container for best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients, so it tastes the best.
- If giving it as a gift, don't make it more than a week in advance, so the person who receives it has time to eat it before it loses flavor.
Substitutions and variations
Peanuts
If you are allergic to peanuts, simply omit the peanuts and substitute them for any of your favorite nuts. Also, substitute the peanut oil for vegetable oil.
Maple syrup
If you don't have maple syrup or you don't like maple syrup, feel free to substitute it for honey. Honey is the same type of texture and will also be sweet enough for this recipe. Use the same amount of honey as you would use maple syrup, and you will be good to go.
Additional ingredients
I love adding a few extra ingredients here and there when I make this recipe. Try some of these ideas by adding ¼ - ½ cup of the following ingredients:
- Cranberries - Add in some dried cranberries after it's been baked. It gives you a tangy sweetness that's tasty.
- Chocolate - Use white chocolate, dark chocolate, or milk chocolate to give it some extra flavor. Don't add it until after it's baked because it will melt otherwise. Or drizzle melted chocolate on top after you remove it from the oven.
- Coconut - Add some unsweetened coconut to the mix after it's baked. Yum!
- Pretzels - Break up some pretzels and add them to the mixture. It's okay to bake them in the mix too.
Storing
Keep it in an airtight glass jar or container. It will last up to 3 weeks. You may find that it lasts a little longer, just try a piece and make sure it's not stale before eating a bunch.
Freezing
You can freeze it for up to 6 months. Just keep it airtight, so it's not getting freezer burn or too much cold air. A freezer bag would work or use any freezer-safe container you have on hand.
Related recipes
You can use this recipe as a filling for baked apples, sprinkle it on top of banana muffins, or strawberry rhubarb crisp, or use it for peanut butter bites.
Recipe and Video
Homemade Granola
Ingredients
- ¾ cup peanuts, chopped
- ½ cup pecans, chopped
- ¼ cup almonds, chopped
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup peanut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Video
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Roughly chop nuts and toss with oats and salt in a large bowl and set aside. In another bowl whisk maple syrup, oil, and vanilla until combined. Pour over oats and stir until all the oats are evenly moistened.
- Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 40 minutes. Stir after 20 minutes. Let it cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and store at room temperature up to 3 weeks. Freeze it in freezer bags or containers for up to 6 months.
Notes
- When chopping the nuts, don't make them too fine or it won't be easy to eat.
- Store it in an airtight container for best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients, so it tastes the best.
- If giving it as a gift, don't make it more than a week in advance, so the person who receives it has time to eat it before it loses flavor.
Peanuts If you are allergic to peanuts, simply omit the peanuts and substitute them for any of your favorite nuts. Also, substitute the peanut oil for vegetable oil.
Maple syrup If you don't have maple syrup or you don't like maple syrup, feel free to substitute it for honey. Honey is the same type of texture and will also be sweet enough for this recipe. Use the same amount of honey as you would use maple syrup, and you will be good to go.
Additional ingredients I love adding a few extra ingredients here and there when I make this recipe. Try some of these ideas by adding ¼ - ½ cup of the following ingredients:
- Cranberries - Add in some dried cranberries after it's been baked. It gives you a tangy sweetness that's tasty.
- Chocolate - Use white chocolate, dark chocolate, or milk chocolate to give it some extra flavor. Don't add it until after it's baked because it will melt otherwise. Or drizzle melted chocolate on top after you remove it from the oven.
- Coconut - Add some unsweetened coconut to the mix after it's baked. Yum!
- Pretzels - Break up some pretzels and add them to the mixture. It's okay to bake them in the mix too.
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