Best 4 Fruit And Nut Granola Chrissies Granola Recipes

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Start your day with a wholesome and delicious breakfast with Chrissie's Granola, a delightful blend of oats, nuts, and dried fruits. This classic granola recipe offers a symphony of flavors and textures, providing a nutritious and satisfying meal. The combination of rolled oats, crispy nuts, and chewy dried fruits delivers a perfect balance of crunch and chewiness, while the addition of honey and spices adds a touch of sweetness and warmth. Discover variations of this versatile recipe, including a gluten-free option, a vegan version, and a low-carb alternative, catering to different dietary preferences. Create your own customized granola by experimenting with various nuts, seeds, and dried fruits to suit your taste. Enjoy Chrissie's Granola as a standalone breakfast with milk or yogurt, or sprinkle it over smoothies, oatmeal, or fruit salads for an extra crunch. With its hearty and flavorful profile, this granola is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EASY FRUIT AND NUT GRANOLA



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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Time 1h40m

Yield Makes 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces old-fashioned rolled oats
12 ounces raw nuts, such as blanched almonds and walnuts
1/2 to 1 cup sugar, depending on desired sweetness
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 to 2 teaspoons table salt
1 cup dried fruit, such as golden raisins and cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the oats and nuts in a large bowl. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the sugar, oil, vanilla, salt and 1/4 cup water. Pour the liquid mixture over the oat mixture and stir until combined. Pour onto two baking sheets and spread evenly. Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • Pour the cooked oat mixture into a bowl and stir in the raisins and cherries. Let cool. The granola will keep in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to 3 weeks.

FRUIT 'N' NUT GRANOLA



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The combination of crunchy nuts and chewy fruit makes this granola a hit for breakfast or snacking. It's packed with lots of ingredients that taste great. -Sue Hochhalter-Broyles, Rapelje, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 55m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, milk powder, fruit, walnuts, wheat germ and cinnamon. , In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring brown sugar and water to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in oil and vanilla until mixed. Pour over oat mixture and toss to coat. Pour into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan. , Bake at 275° for 35-45 minutes. Stir in raisins. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container.

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JERSEY'S FRUIT AND NUTS GRANOLA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 48m

Yield 20 cups

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 cups organic rolled oats
1 cup wheat germ
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup sunflower seeds, roasted and salted
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup dried blueberries
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup raisins
1 cup unsweetened coconut
1/2 tablespoon sea salt
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 1/2 cups organic butter or canola oil
2 1/2 cups honey
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, wheat germ, walnuts, almonds, pecans, cranberries, sunflower seeds, blueberries, cherries, raisins, coconut, salt, and cinnamon.
  • Place a metal mixing bowl on top of a stockpot with some hot water over medium heat. Add the butter and honey to the mixing bowl and allow the butter to melt. Remove from heat, add the vanilla, and stir.
  • Combine the wet ingredients with the dry and stir to coat thoroughly. If the mixture appears wet, add more rolled oats, 1/2 cup at a time. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet coated with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to cook evenly, adjusting the oven temperature if it's getting too dark. Allow the granola to cool completely, and then break apart any large pieces that are stuck together.

LIGHT FRUIT AND NUT GRANOLA



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A delicious granola without the fat can be made with spelt, flax seeds, and pecans!

Provided by GinetteB

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups rolled oats
½ cup spelt flour
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¾ teaspoon ground ginger
3 tablespoons canola oil
¼ cup applesauce
3 tablespoons maple syrup
¼ cup diced dried apricots
¼ cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons flax seeds, ground

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Toss the rolled oats, spelt flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, canola oil, applesauce, maple syrup, dried apricots, pecans and ground flax seed together in a bowl, and mix well. Spread the granola mixture on the lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, stir the granola, then bake for another 15 minutes until dry. Cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.8 calories, Carbohydrate 57.4 g, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 10.6 mg, Sugar 28.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of oats. This will give your granola a more complex flavor and texture. You can use old-fashioned oats, rolled oats, or quick-cooking oats.
  • Toast your oats before baking. This will help them to brown and give them a nutty flavor.
  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds. This will add flavor, texture, and healthy fats to your granola. Some popular choices include almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds.
  • Add dried fruit. This will add sweetness and chewy texture to your granola. Some popular choices include raisins, cranberries, cherries, and apricots.
  • Use a variety of spices. This will give your granola a unique flavor. Some popular choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cardamom.
  • Don't overbake your granola. Overbaked granola will be hard and dry. Bake it until it is golden brown and crispy.
  • Let your granola cool completely before storing it. This will help it to keep its crispy texture.

Conclusion:

Fruit and nut granola is a delicious and healthy breakfast or snack. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and spices, you can create a granola that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or snack, give fruit and nut granola a try. You won't be disappointed!

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