Soft Granola Recipe

Name: Soft Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups oatmeal, dry; 1/2 cup wheat germ; 1 1 cup walnuts (1 cup combination nuts) or 1 cup almonds (1 cup combination nuts); 3/4 cup brown sugar; 3/4 cup water; 1/4 cup corn oil; 1/4 cup molasses or 1/4 cup honey; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 2 cups raisins or 2 cups mixed dried fruit, chopped

Servings: persons

5 cups oatmeal, dry
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 1 cup walnuts (1 cup combination nuts) or 1 cup almonds (1 cup combination nuts)
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup corn oil
1/4 cup molasses or 1/4 cup honey
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups raisins or 2 cups mixed dried fruit, chopped

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2
Combine oatmeal, wheat germ, sunflower seeds and nuts in large mixing bowl.
3
Combine sugar, water, oil, molasses or honey, salt cinnamon and vanilla in saucepan. Heat until sugar is dissolved, but do not boil.
4
Pour hot mixture over dry ingredients, stirring until well coated.
5
Spread granola on 2 large cookie sheets.
6
Bake for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven at this point, if you want a soft granola. Bake 15 minutes longer for a crunchy product.
7
Cool granola. Add fruit. Store in air-tight containers. Use within 6 months.

373

kcal

Calories

Fat

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups oatmeal, dry, 1/2 cup wheat germ, 1 1 cup walnuts (1 cup combination nuts) or 1 cup almonds (1 cup combination nuts), 3/4 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Soft 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!

Soft Granola

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