The Best Granola Ever Recipe

Name: The Best Granola Ever
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups raw nuts, coarsely chopped; 2 cups rolled oats; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Salt; 6 tablespoons maple syrup; 5 tablespoons olive or canola oil; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 cups dried apricots, coarsely chopped; 1/2 cup raw, unsweetened coconut flakes; 3 tablespoons cacao nibs

Servings: persons

2 cups raw nuts, coarsely chopped
2 cups rolled oats
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Salt
6 tablespoons maple syrup
5 tablespoons olive or canola oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups dried apricots, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup raw, unsweetened coconut flakes
3 tablespoons cacao nibs

1
Preheat the oven to 250F.
2
Combine the nuts, oats, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and a dash of salt in a large bowl and stir.
3
Add the maple syrup, 4 tablespoons of the oil, and the vanilla extract and stir.
4
Spread the granola evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
5
Stir the granola well, rotate the pan, and bake for 15 minutes more.
6
At this point, the granola should be almost completely dry.
7
Add the apricots and the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the mixture, stir well, and return the pan to the oven for 5 minutes.
8
Add the coconut flakes and bake for 2 minutes more.
9
Remove the pan from the oven and stir in the cacao nibs.
10
Let the granola cool before serving.

419

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups raw nuts, coarsely chopped, 2 cups rolled oats, 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon allspice, and more.

Yes, The Best Granola Ever 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!

The Best Granola Ever

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Variations & substitutions

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