Easy Homemade Granola

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Maple syrup offers a similar sweetness with less processing.

nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds can be more affordable and are nut-free.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: coconut chips

Fresh fruit adds moisture and flavor without added sugar.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil enhances flavor and is solid at room temp.

Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, add 4 cups of old-fashioned rolled oats.

Add 1 cup of coarsely chopped nuts (using pecans, but can substitute with cashews, walnuts, almonds, or peanuts).

Add 1/2 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut.

In a separate bowl, pour in 1/2 cup of oil (avocado or coconut oil recommended, but vegetable oil will work as well).

To the oil, add 1/4 cup of honey, 1/4 cup of high quality maple syrup, 1/8 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir until well combined.

Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.

Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring carefully halfway through.

Check for doneness by looking for a toasted appearance and a good smell. If it's still tacky or sticky, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.

Once cooled completely, the granola should break into little chunks. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.

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