Granola is a staple in our household. It goes on so many yummy things, from yogurt with fruit to topping for pancakes! Not to mention it’s so easy to make, versatile, and perfect for the entire family. We love keeping it on hand!
While store-bought granola can be expensive and loaded with sugar, this recipe can be made in bulk and is a healthy, lightened-up version of regular granola without sacrificing flavor. It’s DELICIOUS and one of our favorite things to make every week!
Ingredients
The good thing about granola is that it can be fairly flexible as far as what goes into it! The flaxseed in this recipe can either be ground or whole. The almonds and walnuts should be chopped and can be subbed for any type of nut!
How to make healthy granola
Making homemade granola is easy! Here’s how to make it in 4 easy steps:
1. Mix together the dry ingredients.
2. Add in the liquid ingredients and mix.
3. Pour the granola on to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake for about 30 minutes, using a spatula to mix the granola every 10 minutes.
Tips for making this recipe
The #1 tip for making the best granola is to ensure that the granola is tossed or mixed every 10 minutes during baking.
Letting it bake for longer than 10 minutes at a time can result in uneven baking and burned areas. And nobody wants that! To ensure that the granola has the best texture and flavor, check on it often and mix it with a spatula throughout the baking process!
Make it your own
Feel free to make this recipe your own by adding in some of your favorites! Here are a few ideas of delicious add-ins for this recipe after baking:
- Dried Cranberries
- Raisins
- Lemon or Orange Zest
- Dried Coconut
- Goji Berries
- Nuts (such as cashews, walnuts, hazelnuts)
- Chocolate Chips
Storing Homemade Granola
Once your granola has cooled and you have added any additional dried fruits, nuts or spices, it can be stored in airtight containers (or mason jars) in a cool, dry place for a few weeks!
What to pair it with
We love serving this healthy homemade granola mixed in with fruit and greek yogurt for a delicious breakfast or snack. It’s also great used in topping pancakes, oatmeal, cereal, by itself, or even in smoothies! Try serving it with one of these delicious recipes:
- Granola & Yogurt Bowls
- Strawberry Acai Smoothie Bowl
- 10-Minute Healthy Banana Pancakes
- Fruit & Nut Breakfast Cups
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Homemade Granola
Ingredients
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 2 Tbsp flaxseed
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Mix all dry ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix in the liquid ingredients until everything is well coated.
- Pour out the mixture and spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 30 minutes total, mixing the granola every 10 minutes to make sure it bakes evenly and doesn’t burn.
- Once the rolled oats start to brown, remove and let cool.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- The #1 tip for making the best granola is to ensure that the granola is tossed or mixed every 10 minutes during baking!
- The flaxseed in this recipe can either be ground or whole.
- The almonds and walnuts should be chopped or sliced and can be subbed for any type of nut!
- Once your granola has cooled and you have added any additional dried fruits, nuts or spices, it can be stored in airtight containers in a cool, dry place for a few weeks!
Simone says:
Hi! I would really love to make this granola, but unfortunately I cannot find any pure maple syrup where I live. I can only find maple flavoured syrup, which has a lot more sugar so I wouldn’t want to use it. What can I use as a substitute?
Christine McMichael replied:
Oh no! I would use honey or agave syrup instead. I hope you enjoy the recipe! 🙂
Katie says:
My house smelled amazing while cooking this granola! It tasted so delicious and I loved how easy and healthy it is! I would probably cook it a little less next time because it came out a little too done for me. I even turned it every 10 mins as recommended. Thank you for a delicious recipe!
Ashley says:
So yummy! What is the serving size?
Christine McMichael replied:
It’s about 1/4 cup! 🙂
Natalie says:
Homemade granola is always the best. I love how you added walnuts and cinnamon here. I will definitely save this recipe and give it a try. My granola jar is almost empty.
Mama Maggie's Kitchen says:
This Healthy Homemade Granola will be my next favorite! Looks really delicious and satisfying
Chef Dennis says:
This Healthy Homemade Granola looks really healthy-licious! My wife will surely love this.
Sula says:
I’m excited for this recipe and I already have all these ingredients on hand!!!
Sabrina says:
This is so much more cost efficient than buying granola at the store, and so yummy!
Debra says:
Hooray for easy and healthy. Love the clean ingredient list. Granola is a favorite over here, can’t wait to try.
Marina says:
I always buy granola for breakfast, never thought it would be so easy to make it at home! Thanks for this recipe
cookilicious says:
Love how easy you have made it sound..great pics as well! Making this..
Amanda Marie Boyle says:
Looks so much easier than the recipe I was using, can’t wait to try.
Annie @ Annie's Noms says:
Granola is a staple in our house too, I adore granola and make at least a batch a week! This looks absolutely perfect. I love that you’ve added flax and used coconut oil as well, coconut oil adds such gorgeous flavour.
Gail Montero says:
I love making homemade granola – so healthy and delicious like this. Also, you know exactly what it’s made of!
Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says:
I love making homemade granola. This looks so good!!