Best 20 Maple Granola Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors that is maple granola. This delectable homemade granola recipe is a delightful blend of oats, nuts, seeds, and spices, all coated in a sweet and aromatic maple syrup glaze. With its crunchy texture and irresistible taste, this granola is a perfect addition to your breakfast bowl, yogurt parfait, or as a snack on its own. Elevate your granola experience with two additional variations: the Cranberry Pistachio Maple Granola, featuring a vibrant burst of cranberries and nutty pistachios, and the Chocolate Cherry Maple Granola, where rich chocolate chips and tangy dried cherries create a harmonious balance of flavors. Each recipe offers a unique taste adventure, ensuring that your granola never gets boring. Whether you prefer a classic maple flavor or crave a more adventurous combination, these recipes have something for every granola enthusiast.

Let's cook with our recipes!

MAPLE PECAN GRANOLA



Maple Pecan Granola image

This is a great snack or cereal. On cold winter mornings, pour on a little milk and heat in the microwave for a warm and comforting breakfast.

Provided by Dianne

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups old-fashioned oats
½ cup chopped pecans
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup ground flax seed
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup canola oil
⅔ cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix oats, pecans, walnuts, flax seed, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  • Stir canola oil, maple syrup, maple flavoring, and salt together in a small bowl; pour over the oat mixture and stir to coat evenly.
  • Spread the resulting mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 40 minutes.
  • Set granola aside to cool completely before breaking into chunks. Store in an air-tight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 35.8 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

MAPLE GRANOLA



Maple Granola image

Yum.

Provided by Luanda

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup maple syrup
⅓ cup coconut oil, melted
4 cups old-fashioned oats, or more to taste
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup almond flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Mix maple syrup and coconut oil together in a bowl; add oats, pecans, and almond flour and mix until evenly coated. Spread onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 3.4 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

COCONUT MAPLE GRANOLA WITH MIXED NUTS AND DRIED FRUIT



Coconut Maple Granola with Mixed Nuts and Dried Fruit image

Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Time 2h10m

Yield 3 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups oats
1 cup almonds, slivered or sliced
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup pecans
1 cup pistachios
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup coconut oil or olive oil
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup dried cherries
1/2 cups golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F and line 2 sheet trays with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, almonds, coconut, pecans, pistachios, maple syrup, coconut oil and brown sugar. Divide between the lined sheet trays.
  • Bake the granola for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove the granola to a large mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly, about 5 minutes. Add the dried apricots, dried cherries and golden raisins and stir to combine. Allow to cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

MAPLE GRANOLA



Maple Granola image

Homemade granola is a nourishing breakfast. Use olive oil, which has many healthfulproperties, and pure maple syrup to bind rolled oats, raisins, and nuts before baking them.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 7 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups rolled oats
1 cup dried unsweetened coconut chips
1 cup pecans or walnuts, quartered
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 cup golden raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Mix together oats, coconut, nuts, syrup, oil, sugar, sesame seeds, salt, and nutmeg. Spread granola in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake, stirring every 10 minutes, for 40 minutes. Add raisins, and bake until granola is toasted, about 10 minutes more. Let cool completely.

MAPLE-NUT GRANOLA



Maple-Nut Granola image

This granola has less oil than most, plus healthy fatfrom nuts. Serve it with low-fat yogurt and fruit.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup chopped almonds
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
5 teaspoons vegetable oil
5 tablespoons pure maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large bowl, toss together oats, pecans, almonds, salt, vegetable oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  • Spread oat mixture on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes, rotating sheet halfway through. Let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g

MAPLE NUT GRANOLA COOKIES



Maple Nut Granola Cookies image

A chewy cookie with coconut and chocolate chips. The addition of maple nut granola makes them a good breakfast cookie for a quick start to your morning. Store in an airtight container.

Provided by Cheerios

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter
2 eggs
1 cup maple nut granola
1 cup shredded coconut
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Blend flour, baking powder, ginger, and baking soda together in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Mix brown sugar and butter in another bowl to form a smooth paste. Add eggs; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add flour mixture; beat until a smooth dough forms. Stir in granola, coconut, and chocolate chips.
  • Drop teaspoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the cookie sheet.
  • Bake until lightly browned on top, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 25.7 mg, Fat 9.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 94.7 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

MAPLE APRICOT GRANOLA



Maple Apricot Granola image

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Dried Fruit     Almond     Oat     Winter     Maple Syrup     Seed     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup flaxseeds (1 1/4 oz)
6 cups old-fashioned oats (18 oz)
2 cups sliced almonds (8 oz)
1 cup hulled (green) pumpkin seeds (not roasted; 5 oz)
1/2 cup hulled sunflower seeds (not roasted; 2 1/2 oz)
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup vegetable oil
3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/3 cup crystallized ginger (2 1/2 oz; optional), finely chopped
2 cups dried apricots (11 oz), finely chopped
Accompaniments: plain yogurt or milk; honey or maple syrup
Special equipment: an electric coffee/spice grinder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Finely grind flaxseeds in coffee/spice grinder, then stir together with oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, salt, oil, and syrup in a large bowl.
  • Spread mixture evenly in 2 large shallow baking pans (1 inch deep) and bake in upper and lower thirds of oven, stirring and switching position of pans halfway through baking, until golden brown, about 30 minutes total.
  • Cool granola completely in pans on racks, then stir in ginger (if using) and apricots.

MAPLE-NUT GRANOLA



Maple-Nut Granola image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup unsweetened coconut chips (see Ingredient Note) or flakes
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/3 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds
1/3 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275degreesF.
  • Combine oats, coconut, almonds, pecans, brown sugar, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds in a large bowl. Combine syrup, water and oil in a medium bowl or large measuring cup and pour over the oat mixture; stir until well combined. Spread the mixture into a large (12-by-15-inch) roasting pan or large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake for 45 minutes. Remove from the oven, stir, and continue baking until golden brown and beginning to crisp, about 45 minutes more. Stir in cranberries and raisins. Let cool completely before storing.

MAPLE GRANOLA



Maple Granola image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup vegetable oil, like soy, peanut, or corn
2/3 cup dark amber maple syrup, grade A or B
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
3 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup green pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
1/2 cup cashews, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup whole almonds, coarsely chopped
1 cup mixed dried fruit, such as currants, diced pears, diced apricots, cranberries, raisins, blueberries, or chopped dates

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 225 degrees F.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the oil and syrup and heat, stirring, over low heat. Remove from the heat and add the vanilla extract.
  • In a large bowl, toss together the wheat germ, sesame seeds, coconut, oats, pumpkin seeds, cashews, and almonds. Add the syrup mixture and stir to coat evenly. Spread the granola mixture out on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, about an 1 hour and 30 minutes. Stir the mixture occasionally while baking so it toasts evenly.
  • Transfer the warm toasted granola to a large bowl and stir in the dried fruits and let cool. Store in a tightly sealed container a room temperature for 2 weeks or freeze for up to 2 months.

ALMOND MAPLE COCONUT GRANOLA



Almond Maple Coconut Granola image

After trying many granola recipes that just had way too much sugar and oil, I sought out to make my own. This recipe is still sweet and tasty without the loads of sugars and oils. This is also a very large-yielding recipe, as I make it in bulk and store it so I won't have to make it for a while. I hope you enjoy this recipe!

Provided by Victoria22

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups rolled oats
1 ½ cups hulled pumpkin seeds
1 ½ cups hulled sunflower seeds
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup pure maple syrup
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with silicone baking mats or parchment paper.
  • Combine oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and salt together in a bowl. Add maple syrup and oil; stir until evenly coated. Spread oat mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove baking sheets from oven, stir granola, return to oven, and cook until lightly browned, about 7 minutes more. Cool granola on the baking sheets for 20 minutes. Mix cranberries, almonds, and coconut into granola; store in an air-tight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.6 g, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 61.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CINNAMON MAPLE GRANOLA



Cinnamon Maple Granola image

Explains Erin Phillips of Akron, Ohio, "When I get a craving for a light, wholesome snack, I mix up a batch of this granola. I love the sweetness of the coconut and maple syrup and the crunchy nuts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield about 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan, combine the oats, walnuts and coconut; set aside. , In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine syrups and cinnamon; bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over oat mixture and toss to coat., Bake at 275° for 30-40 minutes or until golden brown, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool, stirring occasionally. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 24mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MAPLE-WALNUT GRANOLA



Maple-Walnut Granola image

A friend brought this out for our kids to snack on while we chatted but I could not stop eating it by handfuls myself. I like the simplicity of it.

Provided by Kitchen Witch Steph

Categories     Breakfast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups old fashioned oats
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2-3/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Combine oats, walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • In a separate bowl,mix maple syrup, vanilla, and oil.
  • Pour syrup mixture over oat mixture and combine until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Spread mixture onto parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake 15 minutes.
  • Stir and return to the oven 10 minutes longer.
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
  • Granola may be stored up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.

MAPLE OATMEAL NUT GRANOLA BARS



Maple Oatmeal Nut Granola Bars image

Making healthy snacks from home is fast, simple, and healthier than other options like store bought. These granola bars are a great way to ensure your snack times are filled with long lasting energy and nutrient rich ingredients! Making them at home allows you to add whatever ingredients you like most (types of seeds and nuts and dried fruits). It also lets you use fresh and real ingredients and natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, and coconut oil! You can make a whole bunch of granola bars by packing this mixture into a sheet pan and cutting it into whatever size you like! For a treat: add some chocolate chips or drizzle it on top of them!

Provided by Theprettyfeed

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 1/2 cups oats
2 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups mixed nuts, dried fruit and seeds (pecans, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, almonds, goji berries, sunflower seeds, cranberries, raisins, etc)

Steps:

  • On a sheet pan lined with parchment paper, toast the oats for 15 minutes on 350.
  • While the oats are baking, heat the coconut oil, cinnamon, vanilla, honey, maple syrup, and brown sugar in a saucepan until it comes to a boil and stir it until it's well mixed.
  • Place all the seeds and fruits, and toasted oats in a large bowl and pour the syrup mixture over it. Mix everything up until it's all evenly covered with the syrup.
  • Then pack it down (firmly) to desired thickness on a sheet pan covered with parchment paper (same one you used to toast the granola). Bake on 350 for 20 minutes Remove from the oven and cut desired size bars before it cools and hardens. Then place in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow it to set properly!

GRANOLA WITH DARK CHOCOLATE, OLIVE-OIL, AND MAPLE



Granola with Dark Chocolate, Olive-Oil, and Maple image

The not-so-secret ingredient in this irresistible granola? Dark chocolate chunks which add a decadent note. Dried cherries, pecans, cashews, pepitas, and coconut flakes round out the deliciousness.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield Makes 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 3/4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup pecan halves, chopped
3/4 cup roasted cashews, chopped
1 cup unsweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup pepitas
6 tablespoons pure maple syrup
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 teaspoons flaky sea salt, such as Jacobsen
3/4 cup dried cherries
3/4 cup bittersweet chocolate chunks (2 1/2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large heatproof bowl, stir together oats, pecans, cashews, coconut, and pepitas. In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together maple syrup, oil, brown sugar, and salt until sugar dissolves and mixture begins to simmer. Pour over oatmixture; mix until evenly coated. Spread onto a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until granola is golden and crisp, about 45 minutes. Let coolcompletely. Stir in cherries and chocolate. Granola can be stored in an airtight container at roomtemperature up to 2 weeks.

MAPLE-WALNUT GRANOLA WITH DRIED CRANBERRIES



Maple-Walnut Granola with Dried Cranberries image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert     Bake     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Mother's Day     New Year's Day     Cranberry     Dried Fruit     Oat     Low Cholesterol     Edible Gift     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick vegetable oil spray
3/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar, divided
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup egg whites (about 2 large egg whites)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 teaspoons maple extract
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground allspice
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup walnut halves, broken in half
1 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 325°F. Generously coat heavy large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Stir 1/2 cup sugar and syrup in heavy small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves, occasionally brushing down sides with wet pastry brush. Pour into large bowl; cool to lukewarm. Whisk in egg whites, extracts, and spices. Add oats, nuts, and remaining 1/4 cup sugar; toss well.
  • Spread mixture in even layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake 35 minutes. Using metal spatula, turn granola over (bottom will be brown). Bake 10 minutes. Sprinkle cranberries over; bake until dry, about 10 minutes longer. Cool granola completely in pan.

QUINOA-MAPLE GRANOLA BARS



Quinoa-Maple Granola Bars image

This recipe has been adapted to be gluten-free, wheat-free, soy-free, almond-free, and peanut-free due to allergies. Take out what you don't like and add in what you do.

Provided by Azure Rae Robinson

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 22

6 cups gluten-free oats
¾ cup oat bran
¾ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
½ cup raw pumpkin seeds
½ cup raw sunflower seeds
¼ cup flax seeds
¼ cup quinoa flakes
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup maple syrup
¾ cup honey
4 ounces sunbutter (sunflower seed butter)
¼ cup molasses
¼ cup grapeseed oil
2 ½ ounces prune baby food
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
24 ounces jumbo semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup raisins
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup dried cherries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Combine oats, oat bran, coconut, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, quinoa flakes, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves in a large bowl.
  • Combine maple syrup, honey, sun butter, molasses, grapeseed oil, prune baby food, and vanilla extract in a saucepan over low heat. Cook and stir until combined, 1 to 3 minutes. Pour into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until granola is moistened.
  • Press granola into a nonstick rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until set, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine chocolate chips, raisins, cranberries, and cherries in a bowl. Press mixture evenly into the granola base in the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the hot oven until firm, about 10 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven and let cool. Place in the refrigerator until hardened, 1 to 2 hours. Cut into 1/2-cup-sized granola bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395 calories, Carbohydrate 60.9 g, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 5.9 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 36.6 g

MAPLE NUTTY GRANOLA



Maple Nutty Granola image

My mouth is watering just thinking about it! Recipe courtesy of Ellie Krieger. I have not tried this recipe. I love homemade granola, but loathe all the extra fat and sugar that can sneak into my bowl! This give you a healthy dose of omega-3's, protein, carbs and tastes great too.

Provided by MrsKnox2016

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup raw unsalted walnuts, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted almonds, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted pecans, chopped
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Combine oats, nuts, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon and the raisins, if using.
  • Spread mixture onto baking sheet and bake until golden brown, stirring occasionally for about 30 minutes total.
  • Cool completely, then store in refrigerator in an airtight container.
  • *Serving size is 1/2 cup.

HONEY MAPLE GRANOLA



Honey Maple Granola image

This is my favorite granola recipe adapted from the joy of baking website. It's not too sweet, and tastes great with a variety of nuts and dried fruit. Makes a great gift!

Provided by Harriet

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
1 cup nuts, chopped (I like a mixture of almonds, pecans, cashews, and sunflower seeds)
1/2-1 teaspoon cinnamon (I use 1 teaspoon)
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1 cup dried fruit (I like a mixture of cranberries, raisins, chopped apples and apricots)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine rolled oats, coconut, nuts, cinnamon, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl stir together oil, maple syrup and honey.
  • Pour liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and stir together.
  • Spread onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for approx 20-25 minutes (stirring occasionally).
  • The longer you bake it the crunchier the granola will be. It may still be sticky when it comes out of the oven, but it will become crisp and dry as it cools.
  • Place baking sheet on a wire cooling rack.
  • Once cooled, mix in the dried fruit and store in an airtight container or plastic bag in the refrigerator.
  • It will keep for several weeks.

CINNAMON MAPLE GRANOLA WITH COCONUT



Cinnamon Maple Granola with Coconut image

Dissolve the maple sugar in the syrup mixture while heating it on the stove. The maple flavor will be pronounced and delicious!

Provided by AliRose

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Cereals     Granola Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup old-fashioned oats
¼ cup flaked coconut
¼ cup pure maple syrup
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon maple sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Mix oats and coconut in the prepared baking dish.
  • Stir maple syrup, honey, maple sugar, and cinnamon together in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook at a boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove saucepan from heat and stir vanilla into maple syrup mixture; pour over oats and coconut and stir to coat.
  • Bake in preheated oven, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Cool completely, stirring regularly, before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.6 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 16.9 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

CRANBERRY MAPLE WALNUT GRANOLA



Cranberry Maple Walnut Granola image

I made this for holiday gifts and to have on hand for a healthier holiday snack, it is a nice way to lighten up granola using egg whites. I found the recipe in a recent 11/07 Bon Appetit Magazine and was pleasantly surprised to see the kids eating it by the handful:)

Provided by Antifreesz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup golden brown sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup, pure
1/4 cup egg white, 2ish
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 1/4 teaspoons maple extract
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon allspice
3 cups oats, old fashioned
1 cup walnuts, halves broken in half
1 cup cranberries, dried
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat 325 degrees.
  • position rack in bottom third of oven.
  • Spray a large jelly roll pan with non stick cooking spray.
  • Stir 1/2 cup sugar and syrup in heavy small saucepan over low heat until sugar dissolves,occasionlly brush down sides with wet pasty brush.
  • Pour into large bowl,cool to luke warm.
  • Whisk in egg whites, extracts and spices.
  • Add oats,nuts and remaining quarter cup of sugar,mix well.
  • Spread mix in even layer on jelly roll.
  • Bake 35 minutes.
  • Using spatula turn granola over-bottom will be browned.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cranberries over and continue to bake 10 more minutes or till dry.
  • Cool completely in pan.
  • Enjoy.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, natural ingredients. The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your granola. Choose organic oats, nuts, and seeds whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the granola. Granola is best when it is slightly chewy, not hard. Keep a close eye on it while it is baking, and remove it from the oven as soon as it is golden brown.
  • Store the granola in an airtight container. This will help to keep it fresh and prevent it from becoming stale.
  • Enjoy the granola on its own, or add it to yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies. It is also a great topping for ice cream or fruit salad.

Conclusion:

Granola is an easy, delicious, and nutritious snack or breakfast food. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make your own granola at home. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and healthy granola that you and your family will love.

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