Homemade Granola Recipe - Never Buy Granola Again!

Elevate your breakfast with this homemade granola recipe. Once you understand the simple ratio, you'll never feel the need to buy store-bought granola again. Start with a base of two cups of oats, one cup of shredded coconut, three-quarter cups of chopped almonds, and an eighth of a cup of chia seeds. To add flavor, combine equal parts fat or oil with sweetener in a sauce pot. Feel free to experiment with bonus flavors like cinnamon, sweeteners, or salt. Boil the mixture, then pour it over the dry ingredients and fold until moistened. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet and bake at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes, or until it reaches a toasty golden color. Finish off your granola by mixing in a cup of raisins. Store it in a jar for a convenient, delicious, and cost-effective alternative to store-bought granola.

Ingredients:

  1. 2 cups of oats
  2. 1 cup of shredded coconut
  3. 3/4 cup of chopped almonds
  4. 1/8 cup of chia seeds
  5. Fat or oil
  6. Sweetener (e.g., honey, maple syrup)
  7. Cinnamon (optional)
  8. Salt (optional)
  9. 1 cup of raisins

Cooking steps:

  • In a sauce pot, combine equal parts fat or oil with sweetener.
  • Optional: Add cinnamon or salt for additional flavor.
  • Whisk the mixture and bring it to a boil.
  • In a separate bowl, combine oats, shredded coconut, chopped almonds, and chia seeds.
  • Pour the boiled mixture over the dry ingredients and fold until moistened.
  • Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes or until golden and toasted.
  • Remove from the oven and let it cool.
  • Once cooled, add raisins and toss to combine.
  • Store the homemade granola in a jar for freshness.