Best 4 Homemade Cranberry Nut Granola Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Homemade Cranberry Nut Granola, a symphony of flavors and textures that will invigorate your mornings and satisfy your sweet cravings. This wholesome granola combines the tartness of cranberries, the crunch of nuts, and the comforting warmth of oats, creating a delightful symphony of flavors in every bite. With three variations to choose from, including a gluten-free option, this recipe caters to diverse dietary preferences. Discover the classic Cranberry Nut Granola, the indulgent Chocolate Cranberry Granola, and the wholesome Gluten-Free Cranberry Nut Granola, each offering a unique taste experience. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets of creating this delectable granola, ensuring a perfect balance of flavors and textures in every batch.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY NUT GRANOLA BARS



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This is one fast and totally addicting recipe. It's easy to adjust to your tastes or what's in your cupboard - try adding chocolate chips, coconut, raisins, cherries or a spoonful of peanut butter. You'll be making this every week.

Provided by SeattleFarmersMarketGirl

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Kids     Healthy

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup hulled pumpkin seeds
½ cup slivered almonds
1 cup mixed nuts
1 cup dried cranberries
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 13x9-inch pan with lightly-greased parchment paper; an inch or so of parchment paper should stick up on 2 sides to form lifting handles.
  • Mix the quick-cooking oats, old-fashioned oats, pumpkin seeds, almonds, mixed nuts, cranberries, and sweetened condensed milk together in a bowl; spread into the prepared pan, evenly pressing into the corners and out to the sides.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden brown, 20-25 minutes, using slightly less time for chewier bars and slightly more time for crunchier bars.
  • Allow the the bars cool for 5 minutes in the pan before using the parchment paper to lift them from the pan. Use a sharp knife to cut into bars. Let the bars cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 5.6 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 60.3 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

CRANBERRY NUT GRANOLA



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I love homemade granola. Its great for snacking, a cereal in the morning, topping for yogurts and ice cream and I love to use it when making breakfast bars.

Provided by Barbara Kavorkian

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 c pumpkin seeds
1/4 c sunflower seeds
1/3 c maple syrup
2/3 c brown sugar
1/2 c unsweetened cranberry juice
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 c old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 c chopped pecans
1/4 tsp fine sea salt
1 c dried cranberries

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Spread the pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly toasted. Set aside to cool.
  • 2. Reduce the oven temperature to 325° F. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, cranberry juice, and cinnamon over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar has dissolved.
  • 3. In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, pecans, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and salt. Pour the maple mixture over the oat mixture and stir until combined. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Stir in the cranberries and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture begins to brown. Cool completely. Store airtight in a plastic container for up to 1 week.

CRANBERRY-WALNUT GRANOLA



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Based on a recipe from The Wholesome Junk Food Cookbook by Laura Trice. She says of this recipe, "I grew up eating homemade granola that my mom made for us and have found that having a tart fruit in the granola gives it extra pizzazz. I enjoy the cranberry-walnut combination. Walnuts have healthy oils and are so good for us. The protein and fat combination of the nut helps to make the granola more filling, providing lasting energy. Granola takes a little while to bake and makes your entire house smell good. This is a good granola for breakfast." NOTE: Add fruit to granola only after the baking is done to avoid drying out the fruit and avoid making it tough to chew and less flavorful.

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Fruit

Time 40m

Yield 6 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray or butter, for greasing pan
4 cups rolled oats
1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup sesame seeds
2 teaspoons orange zest, finely grated
1/4 cup evaporated cane juice, crystals
2 teaspoons sea salt, unprocessed
2/3 cup honey or 2/3 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup oil, expeller-pressed
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup dried blueberries (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F Prepare a shallow 14x11-inch pan by greasing with cooking spray or butter.
  • In large bowl, thoroughly mix together oats, walnuts, sesame seeds, orange zest, sugar, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl combine the honey and oil. Pour over the dry ingredients. Thoroughly mix together and spoon into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, turning the pan and stirring every 10 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Remove from oven. Mix in the dried cranberries and blueberries, if using, and allow to cool.

CRANBERRY NUT GRANOLA



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Make and share this Cranberry Nut Granola recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Harperd

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 17 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 1/4 cups rolled oats, not instant
1 cup steel cut oats
1/3 cup wheat bran
1/4 cup oat bran
1/2 cup flax seed, golden
1/8 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup amaranth
3/4 cup wheat germ, raw
3/4 cup textured vegetable protein, flakes
1/2 cup almonds, sliced
1/4 cup oil
1/2 cup light cranberry juice
1 cup sorghum, divided
1 cinnamon stick, crushed
2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Combine "Dry Ingredients" in a large bowl.
  • Combine oil, cranberry juice, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, and 1/2 cup sorghum in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth. Reduce heat to low.
  • Add syrup mixture to dry granola, about 1/4 - 1/2 cup at a time, mixing granola to coat evenly.
  • Lightly spray two cookie sheets with nonstick cooking spray. Divide granola-syrup mixture in two and spread each half on a separate cookie sheet, in even layers that fully extend to tray edges.
  • Bake at 300 degrees, stirring every 10-15 minutes to prevent burning. For clumpy granola, drizzle remaining 1/2 cup sorghum on top after 15-20 minutes in oven.
  • Bake 30-45 minutes TOTAL, until golden and halfway dry/crispy. Remove from oven & cool on wire racks. (Granola will continue to dry & crisp after removing from oven.)
  • For a small crumble texture, stir granola periodically while cooling; for clusters, allow to cool completely before gently breaking into clumps.
  • When completely cool, mix in any desired fruits and store in an airtight container (or wait until serving to add fruits/other toppings). NOTE: remove any cinnamon stick pieces before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285.4, Fat 11.2, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 87.5, Carbohydrate 39, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 1, Protein 10.5

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cranberries. Fresh cranberries are best when they are in season, but frozen cranberries can be used year-round. If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before adding them to the granola.
  • Choose your nuts wisely. The type of nuts you use will affect the flavor and texture of the granola. Some popular options include almonds, walnuts, pecans, and pistachios. You can also use a combination of different nuts.
  • Add some sweetness. Granola is naturally sweet, but you can add some additional sweetness with honey, maple syrup, or brown sugar. If you are using honey or maple syrup, add it to the wet ingredients. If you are using brown sugar, add it to the dry ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the granola. Granola should be golden brown and crispy, but it should not be overcooked. Overcooked granola will be hard and chewy.
  • Store the granola in an airtight container. Granola can be stored at room temperature for up to two weeks. You can also freeze the granola for up to six months.

Conclusion:

Homemade cranberry nut granola is a delicious and healthy snack that is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. It is made with simple ingredients and can be easily customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can make a batch of granola that will last you all week long.

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