Laurent Tourondel's Favorite Granola Recipe

Name: Laurent Tourondel's Favorite Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats; 2 cups unsweetened cornflakes; 1 cup steel-cut oats; 1 cup sliced almonds; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup honey; 1/2 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup canola oil; Finely grated zest of 2 oranges; 2 vanilla beans, split and scraped

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 325 degrees.
2
In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cornflakes, steel-cut oats, almonds, salt and cinnamon.
3
Mix until well combined.
4
In a small saucepan, combine honey, maple syrup, canola oil, orange zest and split vanilla beans and their pulp.
5
Place over medium heat and boil for 1 minute.
6
Discard vanilla beans, and pour hot liquid over dry ingredients.
7
Using a rubber spatula, mix until well combined.
8
Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, and spread evenly with the granola.
9
Bake until golden brown and evenly toasted, tossing about halfway through, 10 to 20 minutes.
10
Remove baking sheet from oven and place on a rack to cool; mixture will be soft and sticky while hot, but will dry and become crisp as it cools.
11
When granola is completely cool and dry, break into bite-size pieces.
12
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

941

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

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.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 2 cups unsweetened cornflakes, 1 cup steel-cut oats, 1 cup sliced almonds, and more.

Yes, Laurent Tourondel's Favorite 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!

Laurent Tourondel's Favorite Granola

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions