How to Make Almond Maple Granola - A Step-by-Step Guide

Granola is a versatile and delicious snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It's easy to make at home, and once you try this Almond Maple Granola recipe, you'll never want to go back to store-bought granola again. This recipe is perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or even as a topping on your favorite yogurt or smoothie bowl.

This Almond Maple Granola is packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients that will keep you satisfied and energized throughout the day. The combi...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup blanched slivered almonds
  • ¼ cup wheat germ
  • 1 (14 ounce) package flaked coconut
  • ⅓ cup unsalted sunflower seeds (Optional)
  • 6 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 6 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup raisins

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Lightly grease a cookie sheet with sides, or a large cake pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the oats, almonds, wheat germ, coconut, and sunflower seeds. In a separate bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, oil, water and salt. Pour the liquid over the oat and nut mixture, and stir until evenly coated. Spread out on the prepared cookie sheet. If you want some chunky bits, squeeze some small handfuls into little clumps.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally until evenly toasted. Mix in raisins. Cool, and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Nutrition

    422 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Sodium: 197mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 33g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 57mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 402mg