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Healthy Granola

Healthy Granola
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These healthy granola recipes provide a simple, satisfying, and nutritious snack or breakfast option made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, nuts, seeds, natural sweeteners, and dried fruit. Perfectly crunchy and customizable, they offer a flavorful boost to your mornings or afternoons without refined sugars or additives.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats (old-fashioned recommended)
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
  • 1/2 cup seeds (chia, flax, or pumpkin seeds)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or agave)
  • 1/4 cup oil (coconut or olive oil)

Additional Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped dates)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, mixed nuts, seeds, and your choice of spices (such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla). Stir well to distribute ingredients evenly.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the natural sweetener and oil until fully combined, creating a smooth, honey-like liquid.
  4. Mix and Spread: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is thoroughly coated. Spread the granola mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Bake and Stir: Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to create clusters and prevent burning. Watch carefully towards the end to achieve a perfect golden color.
  6. Add Dried Fruit and Cool: Remove from the oven and gently fold in the dried fruit. Let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up and form clusters.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture.
  • Do not overbake; check granola after 15 minutes to avoid burning.
  • Mix a variety of nuts and seeds for interesting textures and flavors.
  • Allow granola to cool completely to encourage cluster formation.
  • Store granola in airtight containers to keep it fresh and crunchy longer.

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