Healthy Granola
This Healthy Granola recipe is naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, made with whole oats, nuts, and coconut oil. It's customizable, crispy, and absolutely delicious for breakfast or snacking!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats certified gluten-free if needed
- 1.5 cups nuts and/or seeds such as pecans, almonds, pepitas
- 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 2/3 cup dried fruit such as cranberries, cherries, raisins
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to blend.
- Pour in the oil, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla. Mix well to coat.
- Spread the granola evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake until lightly golden, about 20–24 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet. It will crisp up as it cools.
- Stir in dried fruit once cooled, if using. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
For clumpy granola, lightly press the granola down with a spatula halfway through baking and do not over-stir after. Add coconut flakes halfway through baking if using.