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.

Mara White
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I'm not a big fan of granola, but this recipe is a game-changer. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Loice Namanya
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This granola is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Mikail Hossain
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I'm a huge fan of cranberries and walnuts, so this granola was right up my alley. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Alex Vargas
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This granola is amazing! I've never had anything like it before.


GAMING.WITH. ALIF
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my granola didn't turn out as crispy as I expected.


Maria Festus
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This granola is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for the delicious flavor.


Munawar Khan
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I'm allergic to walnuts, so I omitted them from the recipe. It was still delicious.


Denic Pipo
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I accidentally burned the granola. I guess I should have watched it more closely.


md maynoddin official
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This granola is a little too sweet for my taste. I'll reduce the amount of honey next time.


Jolly Fatty
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I added a little bit of cinnamon to the granola for extra flavor.


Anastasia Drachler
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I didn't have any walnuts, so I used pecans instead. They worked just as well.


Khathutshelo Pandelani
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The instructions were very clear and easy to follow.


Lucy Shiamatey
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I've made this granola several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Luis Torres
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This granola is a great snack for on the go. I love taking it with me to work or school.


Heba Kahled
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I'm not a huge fan of granola, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I've been eating it for breakfast every day since I made it.


Eryne Jewell
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This granola is so delicious! The cranberries and walnuts add a nice tart and crunchy flavor. I also love that it's not too sweet.


Rana Rehman Rana Rehman
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I love how easy this granola is to make. I just threw all the ingredients in a bowl and mixed them together. No need for any fancy equipment or skills.


Beautiful Ayaan
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This granola is the perfect combination of sweet, tart, and crunchy. The cranberries and walnuts add a festive touch, making it perfect for holiday breakfasts or snacks.