Happy Trails Granola Recipe

Name: Happy Trails Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 3 cups rolled oats; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 1 cup sunflower seeds; 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar Pinch kosher salt; 2 egg whites; 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup candy coated chocolates (recommended: M and M s)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 cups rolled oats
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sunflower seeds
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar Pinch kosher salt
2 egg whites
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut flakes
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup candy coated chocolates (recommended: M and M s)

1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a small pot over medium heat, whisk together the syrup, oil and cinnamon.
3
Cook until it just bubbles.
4
Remove from the heat and cool slightly.
5
In a large bowl, add the oats, walnuts, sunflower seeds, brown sugar and a pinch of salt.
6
Pour in the syrup mixture and toss well.
7
In a small bowl, whisk the egg whites to combine.
8
Pour over the granola and toss well.
9
Evenly spread the mixture onto a sheet tray.
10
Bake until golden, turning several times, about 35 to 40 minutes.
11
Remove from the oven to a serving bowl and cool.
12
When cool add the remaining ingredients and serve.

1306

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup maple syrup, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 3 cups rolled oats, and more.

Yes, Happy Trails 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!

Happy Trails Granola

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Variations & substitutions

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