How to Make Mighty Granola - A Step-by-Step Guide

Granola is a versatile and delicious snack that can be enjoyed at any time of day. It's also incredibly nutritious and packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. One of the best things about granola is that you can easily customize it to suit your taste preferences and dietary needs. This recipe for Mighty Granola is a perfect example of how you can make this classic snack even more powerful by adding a variety of superfoods and wholesome ingredients.

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup amaranth
  • 1 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 cup flaxseed meal
  • 1 cup ground chia seeds
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup coconut oil
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 cups raisins
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • ½ cup dried blueberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 26 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 56 mins
  • Servings: 88
  • Yield: 22 cups

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine oats, amaranth, sunflower seeds, pecans, walnuts, almonds, flaxseed meal, and ground chia seeds in a very large bowl; stir until thoroughly mixed.
  • Mix honey, maple syrup, coconut oil, brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt together in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Cook and stir, about 1 minute. Remove maple syrup mixture from heat.
  • Pour maple syrup mixture over oat mixture in the bowl; stir until oat mixture is moist. Spread evenly on the baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until toasted, stirring mixture halfway through, about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a very large bowl. Add raisins, cherries, and blueberries; stir until thoroughly mixed.
  • Nutrition

    154 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 60mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 33mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 121mg