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    Home » Recipes

    Super Simple Granola

    July 27, 2024 by Kankana Saxena

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    If you enjoy granola but still rely on the store-bought ones, you could make that change and start by making your own Super Simple Homemade Granola! Once you make it, you will realize how much healthier it is than the sugar loaded store bought ones! Plus, it's super easy to prepare, too.

    Breakfast

    Why you should try this Homemade Granola

    This homemade granola recipe is the perfect solution for both nutritional and delicious.

    It is definitely a great snack too, especially when you are craving something sweet but want to stay away from guilty indulgence.

    The store bought granola are always loaded with more sugar. The best part of making homemade granola is that you can customize it your own way, add just as much sweetener you prefer.

    Add your choice of fruits, nuts or seeds. All it needs is a little imagination to make it your own way.

    Drizzle honey on a bowl of yogurt granola and fruits.

    Ingredients you need for Homemade Granola

    Whole grain: e.g. Rolled Oats, Quinoa Flakes, Barley or Rye Flakes! For this recipe, I used plain rolled oats.

    Nuts and Seeds: e.g. Almond, Cashew, Walnut, Sesame Seeds, Chia Seeds, Melon Seeds or Sunflower Seeds. I used almond, walnut and chia seeds.

    Fat to bind it together: e.g. Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Canola Oil, Melted Butter or Ghee. I used Vegetable oil.

    Sweetener: e.g. Maple Syrup, Honey, Molasses or Melted Jaggery. I used maple syrup.

    Toppings: e.g. Dried Fruits, Coconut Flakes, Chocolate Chips, Cocoa Nibs, Crystallized Ginger or Candied Orange Peel. I kept it simple and used just raisins.

    You could also add spices like cinnamon, all spice or pumpkin spice mix too.

    Just get the measurements right and then, make it your own way as per your taste buds or craving!

    Super Simple Granola

    Steps to prepare Granola at Home

    Steps by step photo to make granola

    1- In a mixing bowl add all the ingredients except for dried fruits and chocolate chips if using. Combine all the dry and wet ingredients evenly.

    2- Layer it on a baking tray and bake in a preheated oven.

    3- Take it out every 15 minutes and toss it around. It usually takes 3 to 4 times depending on the type of baking pan using. Keep in mind that some baking pan bakes faster and sometimes a little more time.

    4- Once done, toss it around one more time and add the dry fruits. Let it cool down completely before you store the baked Granola.

    Healthy breakfast

    Granola Storage Tips

    To maintain its freshness and crunch, proper storage is key.

    Cool Completely Before Storing

    Use Airtight Containers. Depending on the weather condition and how humid it is, you can place a food-safe silica gel pack in the container.

    Refresh soggy Granola by baking it again for 10 minutes. Cool completely and then store again.

    Serve granola with milk or top it on plain yogurt! Add it to your chia pudding or make a fancy, colorful parfait. Either way, it’s delicious healthy food to kick-start your day. So, try this Super Simple Fruit and Nut Granola and let me know what you think of it.

    Baked granola drizzled on a bowl

    Here are a few other breakfast ideas:

    Apple Oats Crumble and Apple Chips

    Mixed Vegetable Savory Oatmeal

    Coconut Chia Berry Granola Parfait

    This super simple granola recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Whether you're a busy professional, a parent looking for healthy snacks for your kids, or someone who simply loves a good breakfast, this granola is sure to please.

    Give it a try and discover your new favorite way to start the day!

    Super Simple Granola

    Super Simple Homemade Granola

    Kankana Saxena
    If you enjoy granola but still rely on the store-bought ones, you could make that change and start by making your own Super Simple Homemade Granola! Once you make it, you will realize how much healthier it is than the sugar loaded store bought ones! Plus, it's super easy to prepare, too.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 40 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 cups
    Calories 746 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 6 cups plain rolled oats
    • ½ cup chia seeds
    • ½ cup almonds (roughly chopped)
    • 1 cup walnut (roughly chopped)
    • 1 cup olive oil
    • 1 cup maple syrup
    • ¼ cup raisins

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350 F.
    • Take a big mixing bowl and add rolled oats, chia seeds, chopped almond and chopped walnut. Mix it together. Pour the oil first and then, using a measuring cup, pour the maple syrup (the oil will grease the cup and the sticky maple syrup will flow off easily).
    • Mix everything and layer it on a big cookie sheet. Bake it for 40 minutes in the middle rack, tossing every 15 minutes, for even coloring and roasting. If you are making a big portion, you could do it in batches.
    • Once done, let it cool down completely before you add the dried fruits and other toppings.
    • Store it in an air tight jar.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6cupsCalories: 746kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 8gFat: 59gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 32gTrans Fat: 0.02gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 402mgFiber: 8gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 201mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword baked granola, easy breakfast, easy to make granola, granola recipe, healthy breakfast

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Richard

      January 24, 2019 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      I LOVE Granola! I'm going to give this a go. I love the versatility of adding whatever you like to the mix.

    2. Debbie

      January 14, 2019 at 7:58 pm

      5 stars
      Lovely recipe. I feel nd I can get away with about a third of the map,e syrup and oil. I also substitute 2 cups cooked quinoa for 2 cups oats and it ups the protein. The candied ginger is the game changer. Really ups the taste. Keep up the good work

    3. Laura | Tutti Dolci

      January 10, 2019 at 9:58 pm

      5 stars
      I love homemade granola, this looks so delicious!

    4. angiesrecipes

      January 10, 2019 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      Homemade granola is simply the BEST!

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