We’ve all been there – standing in the cereal aisle, staring at the endless rows of packaged granola, wondering which one is actually worth buying. But what if I told you that you could make your own delicious, crunchy granola right in your own kitchen? That’s right, forget the processed and often sugar-laden store-bought options – Homemade Granola is where it’s at. Not only is it simple and cost-effective, but the possibilities for flavor combinations are endless.
So, whether you’re taking it on a hike, packing it for lunch, sprinkling it over yogurt, or simply snacking straight from the bag, this Homemade Granola is your deliciously satisfying, nutrient-packed companion. It’s not just food; it’s fuel for life. So, go ahead, savor the crunch, feel the energizing power of nature in every bite, and take on the world with this Homemade Granola. Transform your everyday routine into an extraordinary journey with every bite. Your adventure starts here.
What is Homemade Granola?
Homemade Granola is a versatile, nutrient-rich food often consumed for breakfast or snacking. It involves a unique combination of rolled oats, nuts, and honey or other sweeteners, mixed together and baked until crispy. This concoction can be customized according to individual preferences with the addition of seeds, dried fruits, spices, or even chocolate chips for an added touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil
- Honey
- Molasses
- Rolled oats
- Pecan pieces
- Walnut pieces
- Sesame seeds
- Pumpkin seeds
- Honey roasted sunflower seeds
How to make Homemade Granola
Preheat oven to 350° F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet pan.
Combine the vegetable oil, honey, molasses in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook for about 2 minutes, until well blended and very hot.
Remove the mixture from the heat.
Combine the rolled oats, pecans, walnuts, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
Pour the honey mixture over the oat mixture and stir to combine. Make sure all the oats, nuts, and seeds are thoroughly coated.
Spread the granola out evenly on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown. Be careful not to overbake it.
Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely. It will be crispy when it cools.
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature. It should stay fresh for a couple of weeks.
Tools For This Recipe
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- Silicone Mixing Spoon–The perfect spoons to keep your nonstick pans scratch free.
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Homemade Granola
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3/4 cup honey
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 3/4 cup pecan pieces
- 3/4 cup walnut pieces
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Lightly grease a large baking sheet pan.
- Combine the vegetable oil, honey, molasses in a small saucepan over low heat. Cook for about 2 minutes, until well blended and very hot.
- Remove the mixture from the heat.
- Combine the rolled oats, pecans, walnuts, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds in a large bowl.
- Pour the honey mixture over the oat mixture and stir to combine. Make sure all the oats, nuts, and seeds are thoroughly coated.
- Spread the granola out evenly on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown. Be careful not to overbake it.
- Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely. It will be crispy when it cools.
- Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature. It should stay fresh for a couple of weeks.
