Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit

Name: Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 10 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts), roughly chopped; 1/2 cup mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, flax); 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut; 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option); 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted; 2 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup dried fruit (cranberries, cherries, raisins, apricots), chopped if large

Crunchy, customizable granola filled with toasted oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. This versatile breakfast staple is lightly sweetened with honey and brown sugar, and perfect for topping yogurt, eating with milk, or grabbing by the handful as a snack.

40 minEasyServes 10290 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts), roughly chopped
1/2 cup mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, flax)
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup dried fruit (cranberries, cherries, raisins, apricots), chopped if large

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2

In a large bowl, combine 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup roughly chopped mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts), 1/2 cup mixed seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, flax), 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix well.
3

In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option), 1/3 cup melted coconut oil, and 2 tsp vanilla extract.
4

Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
5

Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
6

Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the granola is golden brown.
7

Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The granola will crisp up as it cools.
8

Once completely cooled, add 1 cup chopped if large dried fruit (cranberries, cherries, raisins, apricots) and toss to combine.
9

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit?

As written, 40 minutes: 10 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (30 minutes): "Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the granola is golden brown."

What temperature do I cook Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit at?

For Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit, the oven is set to 325 F (about 165 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 30 minutes, in step 6.

What should Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until everything is well coated. Step 6: cook until the granola is golden brown.

Is there a substitute for maple syrup in Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit?

The entry for Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit calls for 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option). In its place: Honey, measure for measure, or brown sugar dissolved in a little warm water.

Can I make Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate what is left of Homemade Granola with Nuts and Dried Fruit within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

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