Description
A crunchy and flavorful homemade Vanilla Almond Granola recipe, perfect as a healthy snack or a delicious topping for yogurt and milk, combining the sweetness of honey and molasses with warm spices and toasted almonds.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups old fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup canola oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for slow roasting the granola evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, sliced almonds, and kosher salt. Stir until well mixed for an even distribution of flavors.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the honey, molasses, vanilla extract, and canola oil. Stir the mixture thoroughly until every oat and almond is coated with the sticky, sweet blend.
- Spread on Baking Sheet: Spread the granola mixture evenly in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Bake the Granola: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 40 minutes, stirring and rotating the pan halfway through at 20 minutes. This helps the granola bake evenly and prevents burning.
- Cool Completely: Remove the granola from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. This cooling process helps it crisp up and become crunchy.
- Store and Serve: Once cooled, store the granola in an airtight jar or container. Enjoy it as a snack, or serve with yogurt, milk, or fresh fruit for a nutritious breakfast or treat!
Notes
- Make sure to stir the granola halfway through baking to ensure even toasting and to prevent burning.
- You can substitute canola oil with coconut oil for a different flavor profile.
- Store granola in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- Add dried fruits like raisins or cranberries after baking to avoid moisture affecting the crispiness.
- For a nut-free version, omit the almonds and add seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds instead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vanilla almond granola, homemade granola, granola recipe, healthy snack, breakfast topping, crunchy granola
