CRANBERRY-NUT GRANOLA

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A powerhouse of a snack, this homemade granola is packed with nuts, dried fruit and just enough sweetness to satisfy. Fitness buffs will eat it up.-Melanie Schreiner, Liverpool, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 18 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 16

8 cups old-fashioned oats
1-1/2 cups toasted wheat germ
1-1/2 cups oat bran
1 cup sunflower kernels
1 cup coarsely chopped almonds
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
3/4 cup canola oil
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups dried cranberries
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a small saucepan, combine the oil, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt. Cook and stir over medium heat until brown sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over oat mixture; stir to coat., Transfer to 2 parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until crisp, stirring once. Cool completely on a wire rack. Stir in cranberries and coconut. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 15g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Riss Cisco
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Overall, this is a good granola recipe. It's easy to make and it tastes great.


Som Rai
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I had some trouble getting the granola to clump together. I think I needed to add more honey.


Yumna Dilshad
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This granola is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Ellise Nesbitt
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I love making this granola on the weekends. It's a great way to use up leftover oats and nuts.


Rana Mohammad Javaid Iqbal
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This granola is a great way to start the day. It's filling and gives me energy.


Arfan Gill
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I'm not a huge fan of granola, but this one is actually really good. It's not too sweet and it has a nice balance of flavors.


Samson Msusa
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This granola is so delicious! I love the way the cranberries and nuts add a little bit of crunch.


LoToya Bogan
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I've made this granola several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Daniel Mendoza
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This granola is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for healthy snacks and this one hits the spot. It's also really easy to make.


shirley Rivera
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I made this granola for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to get a healthy and filling breakfast on the go.


John Brennan
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This granola is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love the combination of cranberries, nuts, and oats. It's the perfect breakfast or snack.