How to Make Grandma's Homemade Granola - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of homemade granola baking in the oven. This recipe for Grandma's Homemade Granola has been passed down through generations and is a beloved staple in many families. With its combination of oats, nuts, seeds, and honey, this granola is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients.

Grandma's Homemade Granola is perfect for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day. It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on its own, wit...

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Ingredients

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 4 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
  • 1 ½ cups slivered almonds
  • 1 cup coconut flakes
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups dried cranberries (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 18

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Mix together oats, pecans, almonds, and coconut in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Combine oil, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir gently until mixture begins to boil; remove from heat. Pour over oat mixture and fold together until dry ingredients are well coated. Spread granola onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Stir and continue to bake on the top rack until golden, about 5 minutes more. Remove from the oven and let cool for 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Toss cooled granola with cranberries. Store in an airtight container.
  • Nutrition

    347 cal.

    • Total Fat: 20g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 113mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 23g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 48mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 193mg