Easy Homemade Granola

Okay,
let’s
be
real—granola
is
one
of
those
things
we
all
love,
but
how
many
of
us
actually
make
it
ourselves?

I
used
to
be
that
person
who
would
grab
a
bag
of
granola
at
the
store,
thinking
I
was
living
my
healthiest
life,
only
to
realize
it
was
packed
with
more
sugar
than
a
dessert!
So,
one
day
I
decided
to
give
homemade
granola
a
shot,
and
I
haven’t
looked
back
since.

Let
me
tell
you—this easy
homemade
granola recipe
has
been
a
game
changer.
Not
only
is
it
ridiculously
simple,
but
the
flavor?
Oh,
it’s
next
level.

You
can
make
it
exactly
how
you
like
it!
I’m
talking
cinnamon
(lots
of
it),
crunchy
almonds,
a
drizzle
of
honey,
and
a
toasty,
nutty
vibe
that
fills
the
whole
kitchen
with
the
most
comforting
aroma.

Bonus:
You
get
to
feel
like
a
total
boss
for
making
your
own
granola!

Super
Simple
Granola
Recipe

This
recipe
is
all
about
keeping
things simple.
With
just
a
few
basic
ingredients—rolled
oats, raw
almonds,
and honey—you’re
well
on
your
way
to
creating
a

granola
masterpiece.

Let’s
break
down
what
makes
this
recipe
a
go-to
for
busy
mornings,
snack
prep,
or
topping
off
your
favorite
desserts.

Make
Your
Own
Version

One
of
the
biggest
perks
of
making
granola
at
home
is
how
customizable
it
is.
This
basic
recipe
is
fantastic
as
is,
but
it’s
also
the
perfect
base
to
build
on.
You
can
easily
tweak
the
ingredients
to
suit
your
personal
preferences
or
dietary
needs.

Here
are
some
ideas
to
make
it
your
own:

1.
Nuts
&
Seeds

Almonds
are
great,
but
don’t
stop
there!
Feel
free
to
experiment
with
other
nuts
like pecans, walnuts,
or cashews.

Seeds
like pumpkin
seeds (pepitas)
or chia
seeds also
add
a
great
crunch
and
boost
the
nutritional
profile
with
added
fiber,
omega-3s,
and
protein.

2.
Dried
Fruits

For
a
sweet
and
chewy
element,
toss
in
some
dried
fruits
like raisins, cranberries, apricots,
or chopped
dates.
Just
remember
to
add
them
after
baking
to
avoid
burning.

3.
Coconut

I
personally
love
adding dried
coconut
flakes for
that
extra
layer
of
tropical
flavor.
It
pairs
beautifully
with
honey
and
cinnamon,
creating
a
flavor
that’s
warm
and
rich.

4.
Spices

If
you’re
a
cinnamon
lover
like
me,
go
heavy!
You
can
also
experiment
with
other
spices
like nutmeg, ginger,
or
even
a
dash
of cardamom for
a
unique
twist.

5.
Sweeteners

Honey
is
fantastic
for
a
natural
sweetness,
but
you
can
switch
things
up
by
using maple
syrup or agave
nectar.
If
you
prefer
a
less
sweet
granola,
reduce
the
amount
of
sweetener
or
skip
it
altogether.

How
to
Use
Homemade
Granola

Now
that
you’ve
got
a
batch
of
delicious
granola
ready
to
go,
the
next
question
is:
How
can
you
enjoy
it?
Granola
is
one
of
the
most
versatile
snacks,
and
the
possibilities
are
endless.
These
are
a
few
of
my
favorite
ways
to
use
it:

Yogurt
Parfaits

One
of
the
easiest
and
most
satisfying
ways
to
enjoy
granola
is
layered
in
a
yogurt
parfait.

Start
with non-fat
Greek
yogurt (a
great
source
of
protein),
add
a
generous
handful
of
granola,
and
top
it
all
off
with
fresh
fruit
like berries, banana
slices,
or mango.
The
result
is
a
balanced,
healthy
breakfast
or
snack
that
you
can
make
in
minutes.

Smoothie
Bowls

Smoothie
bowls
are
a
great
canvas
for
granola.
Blend
up
a
thick
smoothie
using
fruits
like bananas, blueberries,
and spinach with
some
almond
milk,
and
top
it
with
a
layer
of
crunchy
granola
for
texture
and
added
nutrients.

On-the-Go
Snack

Granola
is
the
perfect
portable
snack
for
busy
days.
Just
grab
a
handful
and
enjoy
it
as-is,
or
mix
it
with
some
nuts
and
dried
fruit
for
a
healthy
trail
mix.

Topping
for
Desserts

Looking
for
a
healthy
way
to
jazz
up
your
dessert?
Sprinkle
some
granola
over
a

bowl
of ice
cream,
or
use
it
to
top
off
a
warm
fruit
crumble
for
added
crunch
and
flavor.

Salad
Topping

This
might
sound
unusual,
but
trust
me—granola
can
add
a
satisfying
crunch
to
savory
dishes
like
salads.
Try
sprinkling
a
bit
of
granola
over
a
mixed
green
salad
for
an
unexpected
(but
delicious)
texture
boost.

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Nutritional
Value

Nutrient	Amount per Serving (1/6 of Recipe)
Calories	~293 kcal
Protein	~6.95 g
Carbohydrates	~38.7 g
Fat	~14.3 g
Fiber	~4.98 g

In
Summary

Making easy
homemade
granola is
not
only
satisfying
but
also
a
great
way
to
take
control
of
what
you’re
eating.
It’s
quick
to
prepare,
nutritious,
and
completely
customizable.

Whether
you
like
it
sweet,
salty,
nutty,
or
fruity,
this
basic
recipe
can
be
adapted
to
suit
your
cravings
and
dietary
needs.