Honey-Maple Granola with Cherries and Pecans Recipe

Name: Honey-Maple Granola with Cherries and Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups old fashioned oats; 1 cup wheat flakes cereal, lightly crushed; 1 cup rolled rye meal; ½ cup honey; ½ cup maple syrup; ¼ cup canola oil; 1 cup pecan halves; ½ cup wheat germ; 2 tablespoons sesame seeds; 1 cup dried cherries

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
On a large baking sheet with sides, spread out oats; toast in oven 15 minutes, and then spoon into a large bowl.
3
Add Wheaties and rolled rye; set aside.
4
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine honey, maple syrup, and canola oil; then pour into a medium saucepan.
5
Heat over a medium-high flame until bubbly and hot.
6
Remove from stove and let cool 1 to 2 minutes.
7
Pour over oat mixture.
8
Stir gently and spread out on a baking sheet.
9
Bake, turning often with a spatula until toasted, 10 to 14 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
10
Add pecans, wheat germ, sesame seeds, and dried cherries.
11
Bake 5 more minutes, turning 3 to 4 times, until brown.
12
Remove from oven and let cool.
13
(Can be stored in an airtight container 4 to 6 days at room temperature or 3 weeks in the refrigerator.)
14
Serve with milk or as a topping over yogurt.

1109

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups old fashioned oats, 1 cup wheat flakes cereal, lightly crushed, 1 cup rolled rye meal, ½ cup honey, and more.

Yes, Honey-Maple Granola with Cherries and Pecans 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!

Honey-Maple Granola with Cherries and Pecans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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