The Best Granola
A healthy granola recipe that can be easily adapted to your preferences. This is delicious with fresh, seasonal fruit on top!
Ingredients
- 4 Cups rolled oats use gluten-free oats if needed
- 1 Cup chopped almonds
- 1 Cup chopped pecans
- 1 Cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 Tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ Cup melted coconut oil
- ½ Cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla
- ½ Cup coconut flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
- Combine oats, almonds, pecans, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
- Melt coconut oil and maple syrup (or honey) together in a small saucepan over medium-low heat on the stovetop. Once melted, remove from heat and add vanilla. Pour over oat mixture and stir well to coat everything thoroughly.
- Pour mixture onto prepared baking sheet and spread it out into an even layer. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Stir and add the coconut flakes (if using), stir again to evenly distribute the coconut. Return to oven for another 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely before breaking up into chunks. Store in an airtight container.