Coconut and Cashew Granola

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4.8

82 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr 15 mins

  • Total Time

    1 hr 35 mins

  • Servings

    28 Servings (About 7 cups)

  • Calories

    145 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

Coconut and Cashew Granola

This granola blends rolled oats with slivered almonds, cashews, and shredded sweetened coconut to create a crunchy and nutty cereal. Sweetened with dark brown sugar and pure maple syrup, and lightly salted, the mixture is coated with vegetable oil for even browning. Slow baking at a low temperature results in golden clusters, and raisins added after baking provide bursts of chewiness for contrast.

Description

Coconut and Cashew Granola combines old-fashioned rolled oats with slivered almonds, whole cashews, and shredded, sweetened coconut for a textured, nutty base. Dark brown sugar and pure maple syrup sweeten the mix, while vegetable oil helps distribute the flavors and assists crisping during baking. A small amount of salt enhances the overall flavor balance.

The mixture is spread evenly on rimmed baking sheets and baked at a low temperature for over an hour until golden and crisp. Once removed from the oven and slightly cooled, the granola clusters are broken up before folding in plump raisins, which add chewiness and natural sweetness.

This granola works well for breakfast with milk or yogurt or as a snack. The combination of nuts, coconut, and raisins provides varied textures and flavors, while the slow cook develops rich toasted notes without burning.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 3 cups rolled oats old-fashioned
  • 1 cup almonds slivered
  • 1 cup cashews
  • ¾ cup coconut shredded, sweetened
  • ¼ cup dark brown sugar plus 2 tablespoons
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup plus 2 tablespoons
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the oats, nuts, coconut and brown sugar.
  2. In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine maple syrup, oil and salt.
  3. Combine both mixtures by slowly pouring the liquid over the oatmeal mixture and stirring well. Divide in half and pour onto two 11X17-inch rimmed baking sheets, spreading out into an even layer on each sheet.
  4. Cook for 1 hour and 15 minutes, until golden.
  5. Remove from the oven and transfer into a large bowl, slightly breaking up the clumps. Add the raisins and gently mix until even distributed.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Serving Calories 145kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Sodium 67mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 28Servings (About 7 cups)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 145 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 145kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 67mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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