Christmas Granola Recipe

Name: Christmas Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups old fashioned oats; 1 cup oats barley; 1 1/2 cups sweetened coconut reserve 1/2 cup; 1 cup pecan halves lightly chopped; 3/4 cup sliced almonds; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup honey; 1 cup brown sugar packed; 1/2 cup vegetable oil or oil of choice; 2 oranges; 2 oranges; 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Servings: persons

5 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup oats barley
1 1/2 cups sweetened coconut reserve 1/2 cup
1 cup pecan halves lightly chopped
3/4 cup sliced almonds
1 cup raisins
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup honey
1 cup brown sugar packed
1/2 cup vegetable oil or oil of choice
2 oranges
2 oranges
2 teaspoons cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
2
In a small bowl mix the brown sugar, cinnamon, honey and oil. Set aside.
3
Mix the dried cranberries and raisins in a small bowl and pour the orange juice over the dried fruit and toss. Let them soak while you're mixing up the rest of the recipe.
4
Into a very large bowl mix the oats, nuts, 1 cup of coconut and orange zest. Toss until everything is evenly distributed.
5
Pour the brown sugar mixture over the oats mixture and toss to evenly coat all the oats and nuts. If it seems a little dry add some of the orange juice and mix. Start out with about 2 tablespoons of the orange juice and adjust. You don't want the granola soaking wet.
6
You just want the brown sugar mixture to evenly coat everything. If you need to use more juice add a few more drops at a time.
7
I know not everyone has parchment paper on hand. It is not necessary for the recipe but does make clean up easier. If you have parchment paper on hand you can cover your baking sheet with some. If not don't worry about it.
8
I wouldn't suggest aluminum foil because with all the tossing there is a chance the aluminum might tear and a piece of it might unknowingly end up in your granola.
9
Once you have everything mixed together and evenly coated divide between two large baking sheets.
10
No I didn't forget about the cranberries and raisin. They will be added after baking the granola.
11
Bake the granola for 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Half way through the baking time pull the sheets out of the oven and toss.
12
Even after the granola has cooked and is a golden brown the granola might seem a bit wet and sticky. That is fine as it cools it will dry even more.
13
Remove the granola from the oven. Drain the cranberries and raisins. Divide the fruit between the two trays and toss.
14
Cool slightly and add the 1/2 cup of reserved coconut.
15
Allow granola to cool completely before storing in an airtight container or packaging up in individual holiday packaging.

1714

kcal

Calories

Fat

196

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups old fashioned oats, 1 cup oats barley, 1 1/2 cups sweetened coconut reserve 1/2 cup, 1 cup pecan halves lightly chopped, and more.

Yes, Christmas Granola falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Granola

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