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Looking for the perfect make-ahead snack? This homemade granola is deeply nutty, lightly sweet, and endlessly customizable. It’s so economical and easy to make, you’ll never buy the store-bought kind again.
Why Make Your Own Granola?
- You control what goes in- Most store-bought granolas are loaded with added sugars and ingredients I’d rather skip. Making it yourself means you decide exactly what goes in the jar.
- It’s economical- Even the healthiest brands are pricey, especially considering the amount you get for your money. You likely already have most of the ingredients in your pantry. Or, you can buy in bulk, so the savings add up.
- It’s customizable- Add your favorite nuts and dried fruits. Make it extra crunchy. Make it sweet or savory. It’s up to you.
Ways To Enjoy Granola
Some of my favorite ways to serve it are:
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- with milk and a handful of fresh berries on top
- sprinkled on top of yogurt
- in parfaits
- as a topping for ice cream
- straight out of the jar
- as a grab-and-go snack or to tide you over till the next meal
This recipe has been a family favorite for years. You can eat it right out of the oven, but my secret trick is to first let it sit out for an hour or so after baking until it’s totally cool, then break it up by hand into big crunchy chunks (personally I prefer my granola chunky). Every bite has a deep nutty taste with a touch of sweetness and just enough spice to make it addictive to adults and kids alike. I like to make a big batch and store it in glass jars so that we always have some in the pantry.
Make one big batch of this granola and you’ll have an easy, homemade snack in the pantry all week. If you give it a try, leave a comment and rating below!
Photography by Ivan Solis.
Super Healthy Granola
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup oat bran
- 1/2 cup wheat germ
- 1/2 cup flax seed meal
- 1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
- 1/2 cup raw almonds
- 1/2 cup raw walnut pieces
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons canola, vegetable or coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250° F.
- Place all of the ingredients in a large bowl and stir well to combine.
- Spread onto one large (or 2 small) cookie sheets lined with parchment paper and bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to fully cool before stirring and transfer to a storage container.
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Notes
- with milk and a handful of fresh berries on top
- sprinkled on top of yogurt
- in parfaits
- as a topping for ice cream
- straight out of the jar
- as a grab-and-go snack or to tide you over till the next meal
I don’t think I have ever seen water in a granola recipe, is it just to help mix all together?
As a diabetic I would really like to have the nutritional information. Thank you
Hi, it’s 250 Fahrenheit or celcius? Thanks 🙂
Hi, I’ve made this and its very delicious, we all love it. I would like to make more things with oat bran and wheatgerm, do you have any more recipes or suggestions for use?
thanks
I appreciate the written recipe shows it is Egg-Free and Dairy-Free, but I really would like to have the Nutrition information as well. Calories/Protein/Carbs/Fats/Carbohydrates/Sodium would be helpful. Thank you.
I love all the ingredients in this! However, it was so not-sweet that my kiddos didn’t really love it. I would probably increase the honey another 1/4 cup to make it 1/2 cup total. 🙂
I love all the ingredients in this! However, it was so not-sweet that my kiddos didn’t really love it. I would probably increase the honey another 1/4 cup to make it 1/2 cup total. 🙂