Best 5 Granola Clusters Recipes

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**Granola Clusters: A Heavenly Fusion of Oats, Nuts, and Seeds, Bursting with Flavor**

In the realm of wholesome and delectable snacks, granola clusters reign supreme, captivating taste buds with their symphony of flavors and textures. These delightful morsels are a harmonious blend of toasted oats, a medley of nuts, and an array of seeds, each ingredient contributing its unique symphony to create a captivating culinary experience. Whether you prefer the classic combination of oats, almonds, and raisins, or crave the tangy twist of dried cranberries and pistachios, the versatility of granola clusters knows no bounds. Dive into the world of granola clusters and discover a treasure trove of recipes that cater to every palate, transforming your snacking moments into delectable journeys.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRANOLA CLUSTERS



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This is a recipe that I came up with after just being tired of that granola flake stuff that you need a spoon to eat. I wanted something I could pick up when I was on the go, but still something with that wonderful granola crunch. So, this is it. ENJOY!

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Breakfast

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
2/3 cup flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup your favorite nuts, chopped
1/2 cup butter (try not to use margarine)
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup dates, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 325°F In a large bowl, stir together the first 5 ingredients; set aside.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and maple syrup together in the microwave on high.
  • Stir the butter mixture into the dry ingredients and pour onto a lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes, flip the granola over and bake for about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and toss with the dried fruit while still hot.
  • Serve when cool.

BROWN BUTTER GRANOLA CLUSTERS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter
6 cups rolled oats (not quick oats)
1/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup molasses
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup crispy rice cereal, such as Rice Krispies
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup shelled pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup roughly chopped almonds
1/4 cup flax seeds
Coconut oil cooking spray, for spraying the foil

Steps:

  • For the brown butter: Add the butter to a medium skillet over medium heat. Cook, swirling the skillet to keep the butter moving around, until it melts and bubbles up, 3 to 4 minutes. When the butter is a medium golden brown, remove the skillet from the heat (it will continue browning in the skillet over the next 30 seconds or so!). Pour the butter and any solids into a bowl and let cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • For the toasted oats: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a bowl, toss the oats with the oil, melted butter and salt. Spread the mixture out on the prepared baking sheets and bake, shaking the pans twice during the cooking time and making sure the oats don't burn, until toasted, about 12 minutes. Set aside to cool a bit. Reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F.
  • For the clusters: In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey and molasses. Stir the mixture until combined, then heat over medium heat, stirring, until barely bubbling. Stir in the vanilla extract. Add the brown butter to the pan and stir.
  • Toss together the toasted oats, rice cereal, wheat germ, cranberries, pecans, pumpkin seeds, almonds and flax seeds in a large bowl. Pour over the sugar mixture, stirring as you pour. Toss to combine; it will be sticky!
  • Line a baking sheet with foil and thoroughly spray with coconut oil spray. Tip the mixture onto the baking sheet, spread out and bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Let cool, then use a fork to make clusters. Store in a jar until ready to use.

GRANOLA FUDGE CLUSTERS



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Make and share this Granola Fudge Clusters recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Candy

Time 10m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 1/4 cups granola cereal, without raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate and butterscotch chips; stir until smooth. Stir in granola and walnuts. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until firm.

GRANOLA FUDGE CLUSTERS (SMALL BATCH)



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The orgininal of this tasty treat was printed in the Taste of Home Comfort Food Diet Cookbook and had been submitted by Loraine Meyer. I scaled it down and changed it around a bit to suit my family's taste even more and this is the result. I hope youll enjoy it, too.

Provided by Lalaloula

Categories     Candy

Time 5m

Yield 6 clusters

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/8 cup chocolate chips (I used milk chocolate)
1/8 cup butterscotch chips
3/8 cup granola cereal (without raisins)
1/4 cup almonds, chopped
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a microwave safe bowl combine chocolate chips and butterscotch chips. Melt them and stir until smooth (in my microwave it took 1 1/2 minutes on high).
  • Stir in granola, almonds and cinnamon until everything is well coated.
  • Drop by tabelspoonfuls onto a paper-lined baking sheet. Allow to dry for about 1 1/2 hours or until set.

HEALTHY GRANOLA CLUSTERS



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Very easy! Great for moms that don't want white flour or sugary snacks! My 3-year-old daughter's favorite 'cookie'.

Provided by JOCARROLL

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 16

¾ cup raw sugar
½ cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups old-fashioned oats
¾ cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup applesauce
1 egg
2 tablespoons molasses
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts
½ cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat sugar, butter, and vanilla extract together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add oats, whole wheat flour, applesauce, eggs, molasses, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and salt and mix well. Fold walnuts and raisins into mixture; spoon onto a baking sheet, about 1 teaspoon per cluster.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned and crisp, 10 to 13 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 41.2 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of oats. Old-fashioned oats, quick-cooking oats, and steel-cut oats can all be used to make granola clusters. Old-fashioned oats will give you a chewier granola, while quick-cooking oats will make a softer granola. Steel-cut oats will give you a heartier granola with a nutty flavor.
  • Don't overcook the granola. The granola should be golden brown and toasted, but not burnt. Keep a close eye on it while it's baking and stir it frequently to prevent burning.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins. Nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and spices can all be added to granola clusters to give them extra flavor and texture. Some popular mix-ins include chocolate chips, raisins, cranberries, almonds, walnuts, and cinnamon.
  • Store the granola clusters in an airtight container. Granola clusters can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Granola clusters are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed on their own or added to yogurt, oatmeal, or trail mix. They're also a great way to use up leftover oats. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a granola cluster recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a healthy snack, give granola clusters a try!

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