Yummy Homemade Granola Recipe

Name: Yummy Homemade Granola
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 cups oats (NOT the quick cooking ones); 1 cup sliced almonds; 1 cup walnuts (chopped); 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut (shredded); 1 cup applesauce; ½ cup honey; 2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; ½ cup light brown sugar, packed; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup dried cherries; 1 cup dried cranberries

Servings: persons

6 cups oats (NOT the quick cooking ones)
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup walnuts (chopped)
1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut (shredded)
1 cup applesauce
½ cup honey
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup raisins
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup dried cranberries

1
In your biggest mixing bowl, mix together; oats, almonds, walnuts and coconut.
2
In a small bowl mix together: 1/2 C honey, 1 C applesauce, 2 Tbsp vanilla, 1/2 C brown sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 2 Tbsp vegetable oil.
3
Pour the applesauce mixture over the oat mixture and combine thoroughly.
4
Use your hands (preferred) or a spoon and mix until thoroughly combined.
5
Spread the mixture over two baking sheets and bake at 250 F for about 1 hour 20 minutes.
6
If the baking sheet is light it will take about 1 hour 20 minutes, if its dark/non-stick it will take about 1 hour (these are {abouts} it will depend on your oven, you want the granola to have turned a lovely golden brown.
7
It will get crispy after its removed from the oven and allowed to cool.
8
stir the granola every 20 minutes.
9
remove from the heat and allow to cool, this is when it will crisp up.
10
add in dried fruit: cranberries, raisins, cherries, apples etc....
11
this recipe will yield 1 gallon sized storage bag.

1240

kcal

Calories

Fat

162

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 cups oats (NOT the quick cooking ones), 1 cup sliced almonds, 1 cup walnuts (chopped), 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut (shredded), and more.

Yes, Yummy Homemade 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!

Yummy Homemade Granola

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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