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Healthy Homemade Granola Recipe - The Simple Healthy Hub

Healthy Homemade Granola

A simple and nourishing homemade granola made with rolled oats, nuts, seeds, maple syrup, and coconut oil. Perfect for breakfast, meal prep, and healthy snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 3 cups
Course: Breakfast
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup chopped nuts almonds, cashews
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cranberries
  • dash Himalayan salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp unrefined coconut oil
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Baking paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
  2. Add the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to a large mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.
  3. Add the rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, cranberries, and Himalayan salt. Mix until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly across the prepared baking tray.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly golden.
  6. Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely.
  7. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Use whole rolled oats rather than quick oats for the best texture and nutrition.
  • Choose unsweetened and unsalted nuts and seeds whenever possible.
  • Honey can be used instead of maple syrup if preferred.
  • Allow the granola to cool completely before storing to maintain its crunch.
  • Store in an airtight container in a cool pantry for up to 2 weeks.
  • Enjoy with milk, yoghurt, overnight oats, or as a healthy snack.
  • Makes approximately 3 cups of granola.