Posted Aug 31, 2017, Updated Jun 28, 2024 This homemade granola recipe is easy & delicious. Made with a short list of delicious & nutritious, is a healthier alternative to sugar-laden store-bought varieties (also try this peanut butter granola). Serve it on top of yogurt, overnight oats, or with a splash of milk for a delicious breakfast or snack.
Healthy Granola Recipe: Substitutions
Here are a few acceptable substitutions for this homemade granola recipe. As always I recommend making it exactly as written.
Coconut oil. Butter is the best substitute for coconut oil. Honey. Maple syrup is a delicious substitute. Old-Fashioned Oats. Quick-cooking oats can be substituted but you might need to add an extra 1 or 2 Tablespoons or two of either coconut oil or honey for moisture. Steel cut oats do not work in this recipe. Pecans. Chopped almonds or walnuts are also delicious options to use in this recipe. If you are allergic to nuts, simply increase the amount of oats/coconut by ½ cup.
How to Make Homemade Granola
Let’s walk through how to make granola together, and don’t forget to watch the video. Begin by mixing the dry ingredients together, then set them aside. Then, combine the melted coconut oil (or butter), honey and vanilla in a small bowl. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir to combine. Next, Spread the granola mixture out in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. If you want chunky granola be sure to press the granola together in the pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Test for doneness. The granola usually feels soft to the touch when it first comes out of the oven, but hardens as it cools. To test for doneness take a few pieces of granola off the baking pan and let it cool. If it hardens and becomes crunchy then it’s done.
Serve
Let the granola cool and serve it on top of yogurt, with a splash of milk, or with your favorite breakfast recipes. Here are some suggestions:
Add it to smoothie bowls or acai bowls. It’s delicious on top of overnight oats with yogurt and pumpkin overnight oats. Stir it into your favorite smoothie recipes.
Store/Freeze
Store this healthy granola recipe in an airtight container for up to two weeks (if it lasts that long). It can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Reheat
If the healthy granola becomes soft during storing (this can happen if it wasn’t baked all the way). Simply reheat it in the oven at 300 degrees F for 5-10 minutes, or until is passes the doneness test. If you make and love our recipes, it would mean so much to me if you would leave a comment and rating! And don’t forget to follow along with us on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Youtube – be sure to tag @joyfoodsunshine and use the hashtag #joyfoodsunshine so we can see your creations!
