The best and easiest healthy homemade granola recipe
I’ve been excited to share this recipe with you for a while now. It really is the best and easiest healthy homemade granola recipe. I hope you love it!
When I think of breakfast, cereal is the first thing that comes to mind from my childhood. Isn’t that how all good recipe blog posts start? 😉
But the cereal I ate as a child was packed with sugar or corn syrup and food dyes, not to mention preservatives (back in the day when mom didn’t know to look out for those ingredients!)… that’s not what I’d prefer to give my child to start their day. I’m going to guess you feel the same.
Not to worry! There is a delicious alternative you can make easily at home and your kids will love it (mine do!). It’s a really fun recipe because it’s so so easy to mix it up and find your favorite blend.
When it comes to breakfast or a healthy snack, nothing beats the flavor and versatility of homemade granola. Why settle for store-bought granola when you can create your own?
This easy recipe, made with wholesome ingredients, is perfect for your first time or your hundredth time making granola.
Packed with natural sweeteners, whole grains, and nuts (optional!), this is the best homemade granola recipe you’ll ever need.
My kids love to eat this on their Greek yogurt with honey and blueberries. We have it as cereal in the morning and add raisins or bananas or even chocolate chips!
I hope you take this classic recipe and make it your own. I think you’re going to love it.
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Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 4 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats (use organic oats!)
- ½ teaspoon of salt (a little salt really brings out the flavors)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 stick of butter (or 1/3 cup of coconut oil)
- 1/2 cup of real maple syrup
- 1/4 cup of raw honey
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
- ½ cup of chocolate chips or dried fruit for sweetness
- 2 tablespoons of seed butter or almond butter for richness
- Try adding ½ cup of sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
- Use 2 tablespoons of chia seeds and/or flax seeds for added nutrition
- ½ cup of unsweetened coconut flakes makes it extra delicious!
- Some people have said that adding 1 egg white gives a chewy texture, but I haven’t tried this yet.
- For different flavors you can swap coconut sugar for brown sugar.
- Experiment with flavors of the season, like cinnamon or nutmeg.
Directions
Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, and if using – nuts, seeds, and unsweetened coconut flakes. Stir in the salt.
Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a small sauce pan, slowly melt the butter (or coconut oil), then add the maple syrup, honey and vanilla extract.
Bring it Together: Pour the wet ingredients over the oat mixture. Stir until every piece is coated evenly.
Spread and Bake: Spread the granola mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet (I doubled the recipe, so I used two). Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
Cool Completely: Let the granola cool on the baking sheet. This step helps it crisp up nicely. You can add chocolate chips or dried fruit at this stage.
Store Properly: Transfer your granola to an airtight container once it’s fully cooled. It stays fresh for a couple weeks if stored properly.
Serving Suggestions
This healthy homemade granola pairs well with milk, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or plain yogurt. Add fresh fruit, like berries or bananas for extra flavor. If you’re feeling creative, use this base recipe to make homemade granola bars!
Flavor Variations and Tips:
- Use a food processor for chopping nuts if you like smaller pieces.
- Make small batches to adjust for personal preferences. Or double and triple this recipe and work smarter not harder. 🙂
Whether it’s your first time or you’re looking to tweak your original recipe, this genius recipe delivers every time. Enjoy making it your own!
This recipe was inspired by Michelle from More Than Farmers. She shared her granola recipe, and I just tweaked it a bit to our tastes. I love their YouTube channel for practical, down to earth homesteading and inspiration. You should definitely check them out!
So, there you have it. Now it’s time to give this recipe a try. Let me know in the comments what you think! Will you make it with add in’s or keep it classic?
Easy Homemade Granola
We love this easy to make granola. It will be your go-to breakfast no matter what the occasion! Packed with delicious whole ingredients. It's a meal you'll be happy to serve!
Ingredients
- 4 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats (use organic oats!
- ½ teaspoon of salt (a little salt really brings out the flavors)
- 1 stick of butter (or 1/3 cup of coconut oil or olive oil)
- 1/2 cup of real maple syrup (or brown rice syrup)
- 1/4 cup of raw honey
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, nuts, seeds, and unsweetened coconut flakes. Stir in a tiny bit of salt for balance.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a small sauce pan, slowly melt the butter (or coconut oil), then add the maple syrup, honey and vanilla extract. If you prefer, you can substitute grapeseed oil for a lighter flavor.
- Bring it Together: Pour the wet ingredients over the oat mixture. Stir until every piece is coated evenly.
- Spread and Bake: Spread the granola mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through for even browning.
- Cool Completely: Let the granola cool on the baking sheet. This step helps it crisp up nicely. You can add chocolate chips or dried fruit at this stage.
- Store Properly: Transfer your granola to an airtight container once it’s fully cooled. It stays fresh for a couple weeks if stored properly.
Notes
This recipe easily doubles! If the granola seems too "wet" just add a bit more oatmeal.
