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Elevate your breakfast game with this homemade granola recipe! This recipe can be made as a gluten free granola by using certified gluten-free oats. Enjoy it as a cereal or as a snack with yogurt and fruit. This homemade granola recipe combines the sweetness of honey with nuts and oats for a delightful flavor. Make it ahead and store in containers for a boost of deliciousness whenever you need it. Treat your taste buds to crunch granola: bite-sized clusters bursting with flavor!
What is Granola?
Definition of Granola
Granola is a beloved breakfast or snack food that combines the wholesome goodness of rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and a sweetener, typically baked until it reaches a crispy, golden perfection. This versatile treat is often enjoyed with milk, yogurt, or as a crunchy topping for oatmeal or salads. Its delightful texture and rich flavor make it a favorite for health-conscious individuals and food enthusiasts alike.
Brief History of Granola
Granola's journey began in the late 19th century, thanks to Dr. James Caleb Jackson, a health reformer and operator of a health spa in Dansville, New York. Jackson's original granola recipe featured graham flour baked into a crispy, granular texture. Over the years, this humble recipe evolved, incorporating a variety of ingredients such as nuts, seeds, and sweeteners. Today, granola has become a staple in many households, celebrated for its delicious taste and nutritional benefits.
Benefits of Eating Our Granola Recipe for Breakfast
Start your day right with a balanced and nutrient-packed breakfast. Our homemade granola recipe is a delicious and healthy choice. Here's why you should include it in your morning routine.
High in Fiber
Boost your digestive system's efficiency, support a healthy gut, and regulate cholesterol and blood sugar with our homemade granola recipe. Packed with whole grains like oats, nuts, and seeds, this fiber-rich treat is also ideal for maintaining a healthy weight.
Energy Boost
Start your day right with our granola recipe! Packed with energizing carbohydrates and proteins, it provides the quick pick-me-up you need in the morning. Plus, the healthy nuts like sliced almonds and walnuts offer essential brain-boosting omega-3s.
Convenience
Honey granola is a nutritious and convenient breakfast option. It's easy to make, tastes better than store bought granola, and can be combined with fresh fruit, yogurt, or milk for a complete meal. You can even pack it in a mason jar or small container for on-the-go munching.
Versatility
This honey granola recipe isn't just for breakfast. Use it as a topping for smoothie bowls, oatmeal, or as a snack. Make it your go-to ingredient for a healthy and flavorful meal choice.
Customizable
Honey granola recipes are incredibly versatile - not only in taste, but also in customization. While most recipes use honey or maple syrup for sweetness, you can opt for healthier alternatives like stevia, monk fruit, or dates. Get creative and add coconut flakes, dried fruits, raw honeycomb, or chocolate chips to make it uniquely yours. This will be your favorite granola recipe.
Make this recipe with our Mixed Berry Honey for a fruity, jammy flavor!
Honey Granola Tips
Get a dehydrator! Our honey granola recipe is simple to make in one and stays fresh for weeks. It's versatile too - use it to dry flowers, fruits, and herbs for salads, candy-making, or other recipes.
Raw Food Diet
Try the raw food diet - it's all about eating raw, unprocessed foods. Not heating above 118°F, no refining, pasteurizing, or pesticides. Just pure goodness for your health. Enjoy this raw honey granola straight from the bag or with homemade almond milk (or your favorite nut milk).
When you use a dehydrator for cooking, the food doesn't exactly exceed 118°F. If you lack space or prefer not to invest in a free-standing dehydrator, try alternative techniques. Dehydrated food is considered "raw," which is an exciting trend in cooking today.
This simple granola recipe aims to please nut lovers everywhere. It's rich, nutty, sweet, and loaded with good fat. When you eat enough good fats, it leads to satiety, and that means fewer cravings.
Granola Shopping List
For delicious meals, it's all about using high-quality ingredients. We strongly encourage using organic and fresh ingredients whenever possible. Here's what you need for this granola recipe:
- Old fashioned rolled oats
- Raw whole almonds
- Raw pumpkin seeds
- Ground flax seeds
- Kosher salt
- Ground cinnamon and sugar
- Bee Inspired Honey
- Coconut sugar
- Peanut butter
- Almond butter
- Coconut oil
- Dates
How to Make Honey Nut Granola
Step 1: Prep Work
Preheat the oven to 118°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts, seeds, flax seeds, salt, cinnamon, and ginger. Mix and combine well
Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In a small saucepan, mix the honey, cinnamon, and sugar. Bring to a light simmer over low heat, stirring constantly. Turn off the heat and stir the nut butter and vanilla until smooth.
Step 4: Mix Dry Ingredients with Wet Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients, add oil, and stir thoroughly. For a savory flavor profile, consider using olive oil as an alternative to coconut oil. You may need to use your hands.
Step 5: Dehydrate the Granola
Spread the oat mixture making an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Dehydrate for 12 hours, stirring twice while baking. Transfer to a large bowl and add the dates. Toss well and serve.
Try adding granola on top of these delicious Honey Caramelized Pears
Tips for Achieving the Perfect Texture
By following these tips, you can create a delicious and chunky homemade granola that is perfect for snacking or as a topping for your favorite breakfast foods. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and rich flavors of your homemade creation!
Chunky Granola Tips
Creating the perfect chunky texture in homemade granola can be a delightful challenge. Here are some tried-and-true tips to help you achieve that satisfying crunch:
- Ingredient Mix: Use a combination of old-fashioned rolled oats, nuts, and seeds to build a chunky texture. The variety in size and shape helps create those coveted clusters.
- Gentle Mixing: Avoid over-mixing the ingredients. Over-mixing can lead to a dense granola that lacks the desired texture.
- Baking Sheet Choice: Opt for a rimmed baking sheet to spread the granola evenly. This ensures it crisps up uniformly without burning.
- Stirring Technique: Stir the granola at least once halfway through the baking time. This helps it cook evenly and prevents any sections from being overly toasted.
- Baking Time: Remove the granola from the oven when it is lightly toasted and still slightly soft to the though. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
- Cooling and Storage: Allow the granola to cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. This step is crucial to preserving its texture and preventing it from becoming stale.
Adapting this Homemade Honey Granola Recipe
A recipe isn't complete until you've added your own touch. Embrace your inner chef and get creative! Here are some ideas to change up this recipe:
- Try adding some dehydrated ginger for a little kick.
- Consider adding unsweetened shredded coconut before baking.
- Dried fruit, like banana or strawberry chips, make a lovely addition after baking.
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the granola mix.
- Feeling fruity? Throw 1/2 cup of dried cranberries or raisins. If you enjoy cranberries, you'll love our Cranberry Blossom Honey!
- Mix up the nuts, swap raw cashews with the almonds, but make sure to soak overnight to activate those enzymes.
More Granola Recipes
Try our these other recipe for a different twist on homemade honey granola - you'll love them!
- These No-Bake Honey Peanut Butter Granola Bars are outstanding. Perfect portable breakfast for the whole family.
- This Chocolate Bark with Pistachio Granola makes for a lovely dessert. It's a chocolatey granola surprise.
- I love when breakfast can double for dessert! Try these Honey Nut Balls first thing in the morning or after dinner.
Homemade Granola Is So Much Better Than Store Bought Granola
Homemade honey granola is a nutritious breakfast option that keeps you energized all day. Making homemade granola lets you control sugar and fat. With its health benefits, it's an excellent meal choice even when short on time. Incorporating healthy habits leads to a better quality life. Enjoy the sweet life with honey granola. If you try out our recipe or create your own, share a picture with us on Instagram! We love seeing your photos!
