There's nothing quite like the taste and satisfaction of making your own granola! Packed with wholesome ingredients that are bursting with flavour, homemade granola is not only delicious but customisable to your taste preferences.
Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, as a snack or sprinkled over yoghurt, homemade granola offers a healthier and more cost-effective alternative to store bought versions.
Let's dive into this easy recipe!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Bake time: 15-20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 Cups of rolled oats
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds (or pumpkin seeds)
- 1/2 chopped almonds (or a nut of your choice)
- 1/4 cup coconut flakes
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- pinch of salt
Optional Add-ins after baking:
- Freeze-dried fruit such as, raspberries, blueberries or strawberries
- Raisins or chopped dates
Easy Steps:
- Preheat your oven: Set your oven to 160°C (320°F)
- Prepare your Tray: Line a large oven tray with baking paper
- Combine dry ingredients: In a bowl, mix together rolled oats, chopped nuts, coconut flakes, sunflower seeds and chia seeds.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt
- Combine and mix: Pour the mixed ingredients and mix well
- Spread and Bake: Spread the granola mixture evenly over the lined baking tray. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
- Cool down: Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely. It will become crunchier as it cools!
- Add extras: After the granola has cooled, stir in any extra ingredients such as freeze-dried fruits or raisins.
Serve your delicious homemade granola with extra maple syrup, yoghurt, honey or fresh fruits for a tasty and nutritious breakfast or snack!
Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it fresh and crunchy!
Enjoy your healthy homemade granola, a perfect blend of flavours and textures that's sure to brighten up your day!
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