Granola is a popular breakfast cereal that is made from rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. It is a delicious and healthy alternative to store-bought cereals that are often loaded with sugar and artificial ingredients. Making your own granola at home is surprisingly easy and allows you to customize the ingredients to suit your taste preferences. In this article, we will be sharing a simple recipe for homemade granola.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups rolled oats
– ½ cup chopped nuts (such as almonds, pecans, or walnuts)
– ¼ cup seeds (such as pumpkin, sunflower or sesame)
– ½ cup dried fruit (such as raisins, dried cranberries or apricots)
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp salt
– 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
– 1/4 cup coconut oil
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 300°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, and seeds.
3. Add the cinnamon and salt and mix well.
4. In a small saucepan, melt together the honey (or maple syrup) and coconut oil over low heat.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
6. Pour the honey mixture over the oat mixture and stir until everything is well coated.
7. Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the granola is golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even baking.
9. Once the granola is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet.
10. Once the granola is cool, stir in the dried fruit.
11. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Tips:
– You can customize this recipe by using different types of nuts, seeds or dried fruit.
– If you prefer a sweeter granola, increase the amount of honey or maple syrup.
– To make clusters, press the granola together tightly on the baking sheet before baking.
Conclusion:
Homemade granola is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. This simple recipe is easy to follow, and the end result is a crunchy and flavorful granola that can be enjoyed on its own or with milk, yogurt or fruit. Try making your own granola today and enjoy the benefits of a wholesome and delicious breakfast!
