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: 5 cups Rolled Oats; 1 cup Sunflower Seeds; 1 cup Coconut; 1 cup Pepitas; 3/4 cups Sliced Almonds; 3/4 cups Walnuts Or Pecans, Or Both; 1/2 cups Wheat Germ; 1/4 cups Sesame Seeds; 2 Tablespoons Ground Flax Seed (optional); 3/4 cups Water; 1/4 cups Vegetable Oil; 1/4 cups Honey; 1/4 cups Molasses; 2 teaspoons Cinnamon, Ground; 3/4 teaspoons Salt; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

Servings: persons

5 cups Rolled Oats
1 cup Sunflower Seeds
1 cup Coconut
1 cup Pepitas
3/4 cups Sliced Almonds
3/4 cups Walnuts Or Pecans, Or Both
1/2 cups Wheat Germ
1/4 cups Sesame Seeds
2 Tablespoons Ground Flax Seed (optional)
3/4 cups Water
1/4 cups Vegetable Oil
1/4 cups Honey
1/4 cups Molasses
2 teaspoons Cinnamon, Ground
3/4 teaspoons Salt
1- 1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

1
Pre-heat oven to 300 degrees F.
2
In a very large mixing bowl, combine all dry ingredients Rolled Oats through Ground Flax Seed; mix well.
3
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine remaining ingredients Water through Vanilla Extract; mix well with a small whisk.
4
Heat until hot, but do not boil.
5
When hot, pour syrup over dry ingredients and stir to combine thoroughly.
6
Spread Granola on a jelly roll pan or other large cookie sheet-type pan with sides.
7
Bake at 300 degrees for 40 45 minutes total, stirring every 15 minutes.
8
Let cool.
9
Store in an airtight container for up to six months.
10
*You may add dried fruit, if desired, after the baking process.

1469

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 cups Rolled Oats, 1 cup Sunflower Seeds, 1 cup Coconut, 1 cup Pepitas, 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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