Homemade Granola

Perfectly crunchy Homemade Granola - made with a delicious combination of sliced almonds, rolled oats, dried fruit, toasted coconut, a touch of cinnamon, and just the right amount of sweetness. It's the perfect topping for yogurt... and equally delicious all on its own!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 1 30

Servings:

Calories: 341kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

3 cups old fashioned oats OR steel cut oats
1 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup salted butter
1/3 cup light brown sugar packed
1/3 cup honey
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup golden raisins

Instructions

Preheat oven to 250° F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats and almonds. Mix well.
In a separate smaller bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon. Mix well.
Pour the butter mixture over the oats and almonds; stir to coat.
Spread the mixture evenly onto a large rimmed baking sheet; bake at 250° for 35-40 minutes.
Stir in the coconut, then bake for an additional 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Remove from oven; stir in the dried cranberries and golden raisins.
Cool at room temperature, then store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Recipe Variations

Substitute pecans, walnuts, or any of your favorite nuts for the almonds
Use steel cut oats for a denser, more gravel-like texture
Add any of your favorite dried fruits
Add pepitas (pumpkin seeds)
Add chia seeds for extra fiber and crunch
Adjust the sweetness by using more or less honey or brown sugar
Use pure maple syrup in place of honey
Add additional spices, such as nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger

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