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    Crispy, golden, and irresistibly nutty, this homemade granola is packed with wholesome ingredients and customizable mix-ins. It’s the kind of recipe that fills your kitchen with a warm, toasty aroma and delivers perfect crunchy clusters every time. granola recipe​ Great for breakfast, snacking, or topping your favorite yogurt bowl.

    Origin Best Granola Recipe

    Granola originated in the United States in the late 19th century as a health food alternative. It was first popularized at health sanitariums and later adopted by the hippie movement in the 1960s.
    Over the decades, it evolved from a simple blend of oats and honey into a beloved pantry staple across the world, customized with everything from seeds to dried fruits and spices.

    What I Love About This Recipe

    This granola is infinitely customizable, meaning you can adjust the nuts, sweeteners, or add-ins to your taste.
    It’s made with just a few pantry ingredients—oats, maple syrup, oil, and your favorite nuts—and baked to golden perfection.
    Plus, it’s naturally vegan, and stores well for weeks, making it a go-to for healthy breakfasts and quick snacks.

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    The Very Best Granola
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    The Very Best Granola

    Recipe by RecipesVilla
    Course: Breakfast, SnackCuisine: American, GlobalDifficulty: Easy
    Servings
    +
    –

    4

    servings
    Prep time

    30

    minutes
    Cooking time

    40

    minutes
    Calories

    250

    kcal

    Crunchy, golden, and irresistibly flavorful, The Very Best Granola is a homemade blend of oats, nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners—perfect for sprinkling over yogurt, enjoying with milk, or eating by the handful as a wholesome snack.

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups rolled oats

    • 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, pecans, or walnuts)

    • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

    • 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey

    • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or olive oil

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

    • 1/4 tsp salt

    • 1/2 –1 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots) – add after baking

    Directions

    • Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    • In a large bowl, mix together oats, nuts, coconut (if using), cinnamon, and salt.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together maple syrup, oil, and vanilla. Pour over dry ingredients and stir to coat evenly.
    • Spread mixture on the baking sheet and press down slightly for clumps.
    • Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
    • Let cool completely without stirring for chunkier granola. Stir in dried fruit once cool. Store in an airtight container.

    Notes

    • For extra crunch, bake an additional 5–10 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
    • Mix in extras like chia seeds, flaxseeds, or cocoa nibs before baking for added nutrition and flavor.
    • Swap maple syrup with agave or honey (if not vegan).
    • Serve with milk, yogurt, smoothie bowls, or just eat by the handful!

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