How to Make Addictive and Healthy Granola - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to the world of addictive and healthy granola! Whether you're looking for a satisfying breakfast or a delicious snack, this recipe has got you covered. Made with wholesome ingredients and packed with flavor, this granola is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. The best part? It's easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 ½ cups maple syrup
  • 1 ½ tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon rose water (Optional)
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup puffed rice cereal
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • ½ cup chopped cashews
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup dried blueberries
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup chopped almonds
  • ½ cup sweetened dried cranberries
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 servings

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 2 baking sheets with cooking spray or line with non-stick aluminum foil.
  • Whisk maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, rose water, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Mix oats, rice cereal, coconut, cashews, raisins, dried blueberries, pecans, almonds, dried cranberries, and brown sugar together in a separate bowl. Pour maple syrup mixture over oat mixture and stir until evenly coated. Spread oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes; stir and continue baking until slightly crisp and lightly browned, 15 to 25 more minutes. Cool on baking sheets before serving, about 1 hour. Store in air-tight containers.
  • Nutrition

    251 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 130mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 26g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 206mg