This delicious granola is easy and versatile and makes the perfect nutrient-dense snack or breakfast. Served over Greek yogurt, with milk, or just eaten by the handful, this granola recipe can be eaten so many ways. It's the perfect way to start the day or a great pick-me-up midday. This granola recipe is a favorite of my family and doesn't last long in our house. It only takes a few minutes to put together and will have your house smelling delicious as it bakes. I love having this recipe in my rotation of homemade snacks, which lets me control the ingredients that my family is putting into their bodies.
Ingredients
Old fashioned oats- not quick oats
Pecans- this is my favorite nut to use but you can easily switch this up to use whichever nut you prefer or have on hand.
Pepitas- also known as shelled pumpkin seeds. I've also used sunflower seeds in a pinch but I prefer the taste and nutrition of pepitas.
Chia seeds
Unsweetened coconut flakes- feel free to omit if you're not a fan of coconut. It has a very subtle toasted coconut flavor.
Coconut oil or butter- I usually make this recipe with coconut oil but have tried butter when that's all that I have had on hand and have enjoyed the taste.
Maple syrup- make sure to use pure 100% maple syrup here.
How to Make Granola
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine oats, pecans, pepitas, chia seeds, coconut flakes, and cinnamon.
Step 3: In a small bowl, combine melted coconut oil or butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract and sea salt. Pour over dry ingredients and mix well so that everything is coated evenly.
Step 4: Line two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
Step 5: Divide the granola between two baking sheets, spreading out evenly across the sheets with a spatula.
Step 6: Bake for 15 minutes. Remove and add dried cherries, carefully mixing them into the granola. Be sure to add these halfway through baking or they will burn.
Step 7: Bake for an additional 13-15 minutes. Remove and let cool completely before moving to an air-tight container for storage.
Storage
Granola keeps well in an air tight container, preferably a large half-gallon mason jar, for up to a week.
This delicious granola is easy and versatile and makes the perfect nutrient-dense snack or breakfast.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a large bowl, combine oats, pecans, pepitas, chia seeds, coconut flakes, and cinnamon.
In a small bowl, combine melted coconut oil or butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract and sea salt. Pour over dry ingredients and mix well so that everything is coated evenly.
Line two baking sheets with silicone mats or parchment paper.
Divide the granola between two baking sheets, spreading out evenly across the sheets with a spatula.
Bake for 15 minutes. Remove and add dried cherries, carefully mixing them into the granola. Be sure to add these halfway through baking or they will burn.
Bake for an additional 13-15 minutes. Remove and let cool completely before moving to an air-tight container for storage.
Servings 12
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
*The nutrition information for this is based off of a 3/4 cup serving.
