Honey Almond Granola
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4.8
Honey Almond Granola
Description
This granola recipe blends oats with two textures of almonds—finely processed for a meal-like consistency and coarsely chopped for added crunch. The dry ingredients include salt and brown sugar to enhance flavor depth. A heated mixture of honey and coconut oil, with vanilla extract, binds the oats and nuts, adding moisture and sweetness before baking.
Baking at 325°F develops a toasted aroma and golden color throughout the granola, creating a crisp texture outside with slightly chewy oats inside. The coconut oil adds subtle richness and helps clump the granola. The vanilla accentuates the honey’s floral notes.
This granola is ideal for topping yogurt, milk, or enjoying by itself as a snack. The combination of textures and natural sweetness make it versatile and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 6 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 cups almond divided, raw unsalted
- ½ cup honey
- 6 tablespoons coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Line two large, rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper (this is optional, you can leave them unlined if you'd rather, just watch to make sure the granola doesn't stick while baking).
- Add the oats, salt, and brown sugar to a large bowl.
- In a food processor or blender, process one cup of the almonds until they are very finely chopped, similar to the texture of almond meal (don't process too long or it will become almond butter). Pour the mixture into the bowl with the oats. Coarsely chop the other half of the almonds and add them in the bowl. Toss until mixed evenly.
- Combine the honey and coconut oil in a small saucepan and heat over medium-low just until the coconut oil is melted. Add the vanilla and whisk to combine.
- Pour the honey mixture over the dry ingredients and toss until evenly mixed. Pour the granola evenly on two large, rimmed baking sheets and spread into an even layer.
- Bake the granola for 15-25 minutes, tossing once or twice. Watch carefully so it doesn't burn. It should smell fragrant and be lightly golden. The exact baking time will depend on how crunchy you like your granola.
- Remove from the oven and let the granola cool on the baking sheets before breaking up into pieces and storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 401/4 cup Servings (10 cups of granola)
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Serving | |
| Calories | 129kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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