Golden Granola Recipe

Name: Golden Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned oats; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut; 1/2 cup pine nuts; 1/2 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds; 1/2 cup natural unsalted cashews; 1/2 cup roasted salted macadamia nuts; 1/4 cup sesame seeds; 1/2 cup pure maple syrup; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup dark corn syrup; 2 teaspoons mild-flavored (light) molasses; 1/2 cup raisins

Servings: persons

2 cups old-fashioned oats
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
1/2 cup pine nuts
1/2 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds
1/2 cup natural unsalted cashews
1/2 cup roasted salted macadamia nuts
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 teaspoons mild-flavored (light) molasses
1/2 cup raisins

1
Preheat oven to 300F.
2
Place oats on large rimmed baking sheet.
3
Bake until oats are lightly toasted, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
4
Transfer baked oats to large bowl.
5
Increase oven temperature to 350F.
6
Spray same rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray.
7
Mix shredded coconut, all nuts, and sesame seeds into baked oats.
8
Whisk maple syrup, vegetable oil, dark corn syrup, and light molasses to blend in small bowl.
9
Pour over oat mixture; toss to coat evenly.
10
Spread granola on prepared rimmed baking sheet.
11
Bake 12 minutes.
12
Mix in raisins.
13
Bake until deep golden, about 12 minutes longer.
14
Cool granola on sheet.

862

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* 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

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: 2 cups old-fashioned oats, Nonstick vegetable oil spray, 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut, 1/2 cup pine nuts, and more.

Yes, Golden 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!

Golden Granola

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