Homemade Granola Recipe with Olive Oil and Tahini
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Servings
14
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Calories
392 kcal
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Course
Breakfast
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, American
Homemade Granola Recipe with Olive Oil and Tahini
Description
Homemade Granola Recipe with Olive Oil and Tahini features a blend of oats and various nuts and seeds toasted together with a fragrant mixture of honey, tahini, olive oil, and spices. Baking the granola in a single layer while stirring periodically ensures even toasting and a golden brown texture. The addition of coconut flakes imparts a subtle tropical note, while the cardamom and cinnamon enrich the aromatic profile. Once cooled, chopped dates and dried cranberries are folded in, providing bursts of natural sweetness and chewiness amidst the crisp clusters.
The granola delivers a balance of crunch from toasted seeds and nuts and moist chewiness from the dried fruit. It can be served with milk or yogurt for breakfast or enjoyed as a wholesome snack. The warming spices add depth without overpowering the natural flavors of the nuts and seeds.
Store the cooled granola in an airtight container for up to two weeks to maintain its crispness. This recipe’s use of olive oil and tahini adds richness and a slight earthiness distinct from granolas made with butter or other oils, along with a tender yet crunchy bite after baking.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats old-fashioned
- ¾ cup pistachios shelled
- ¾ cup walnuts
- ½ cup sunflower seed
- 3 tablespoons sesame seed raw
- 1 cup coconut flakes unsweetened
- ¾ cup honey warmed up so it’s runny
- 2/3 cup tahini
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract pure
- ½ cup light brown sugar packed
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cardamom
- ½ cup Medjool dates about 6 dates, pitted and chopped, chopped
- ½ cup dry cranberries or cherries
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the oats, pistachios, walnuts, sunflower seed, and sesame seeds, and coconut flakes in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, mix the honey, tahini, olive oil, vanilla extract, brown sugar, cinnamon and cardamom. Pour over the oat mixture and toss until the oat mixture is well-coated.
- Spread the mixture on a large sheet pan in one single layer. Bake in the heated oven, stirring every 7 to 10 minutes, until the mixture is golden and well-toasted (anywhere from 30 to 45 minutes)
- Remove from the heat and allow the granola to cool completely. Break it up into clusters and mix in the dates and cranberries (or other dried fruits of your choice).
Notes
- Store the cooled granola in a sealed container to keep it fresh for up to two weeks.
- Use quality olive oil and tahini to enhance the granola's flavor.
- Mix in dried fruits such as dates and cranberries only after the granola has fully cooled to prevent sogginess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 14Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 392 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 392kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 40.1g | 13% |
| Protein | 8.1g | 16% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.6g | 8% |
| Sodium | 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 328.3mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5.4g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 42.8IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 69.7mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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