An easy homemade granola recipe that’s simple and delicious. Slightly sweet with a little crunch. This granola recipe can be eaten as a healthy snack or as a topping added to your favorite fruit bowls, smoothies and more.
You can have fresh baked granola at home, made with minimal ingredients, ready in a few minutes.
This simple granola recipe is…
Vegan.
Made with wholesome rolled oats.
Easy to adjust to your taste.
Slightly sweet with a bit of crunch.
Ready in 30 minutes or less.
Simple Homemade Granola Ingredients
Rolled Oats
Light Brown Sugar – You can also try Coconut Sugar or Turbinado Sugar (Fine or Raw)
Maple Syrup or Agave Nectar
Neutral Vegetable Oil – Sunflower Oil, Safflower Oil or Canola Oil will work fine.
Cinnamon
Cloves – Completely optional, but pairs well with the Cinnamon if you like more of a spiced granola.
Salt – To balance out the sweetness.
Can I Make This Granola Gluten-Free
If you have gluten-sensitivity, you can easily make this recipe gluten-free. Just be sure your rolled oats are labeled gluten-free. Bob’s Red Mill has Organic Gluten Free Rolled Oats.
Steps to Make This Easy Homemade Granola Recipe
First, open your oven door and position your oven rack in the middle. This will allow for even baking.
Then, preheat your oven to 300°F.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. You can also use a non-stick silicone baking mat in place of the parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, sugar, spices (optional) and salt. Next, stir in the vegetable oil and maple syrup (or agave nectar) until the oats are evenly coated.
*Tip* If you would like to include dried fruit, nuts, seeds or any additions, you will add them after the granola has finished baking.
Next, evenly spread the granola along the baking sheet.
Bake the granola for 15 minutes, then stir to allow for even browning, and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes. You may need to bake a few minutes longer until your granola is golden brown in color.
Remove the granola from the oven and place the baking sheet on your counter or wire rack to cool. Don’t worry if your granola is a bit soft; it will harden slightly as it cools to room temperature.
Afterwards, you can then stir in additional ingredients like –
Raw or Roasted Chopped Walnuts, Pecans, Almonds or Cashews
Raw or Roasted Pumpkin Seeds or Sunflower Seeds
Semi-Sweet or Dark Chocolate Chips or White Chocolate Chips
Shredded or Flaked Coconut
Dried Fruit – Raisins, Cranberries or Blueberries
Freeze Dried Strawberries, Raspberries or Peaches
How To Store Your Homemade Granola
Once you take your granola out of the oven, let it cool completely before storing it in a container. It can be stored at room temperature for several days. However, for longer freshness, the granola can be refrigerated for up to a month in an air-tight container.
What To Eat With Granola
Granola is a food staple that’s always great to have on hand for a variety of dishes. You can pair it in a number of ways or eat it as a quick snack.
Sprinkle over smoothies for fiber and a bit of crunch.
Eat as a nutritious cereal with a non-dairy milk. You can add in some fresh berries.
Add as a topping over fresh or frozen fruit bowls.
Add to a bowl of non-dairy yogurt (almond, coconut, soy or oat) with a bit of fruit.
Sprinkle over non-dairy ice cream as a quick dessert.
Pair This Easy Granola With…
Strawberry Vanilla Vegan Protein Smoothie
Best Healthy Blueberry Vanilla Vegan Protein Smoothie
Recipe adapted from Easy Granola by Roxanne Webber | Chowhound.com.
Be well and enjoy!
– Coco ♡ | Nectar Bliss Life
Easy Homemade Granola Recipe | Vegan and Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 3 Cups Regular Rolled Oats or Gluten-Free Rolled Oats
- 3 Tbsp Light Brown Sugar or Coconut Sugar
- 1/4 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 to 1 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/8 Tsp Ground Cloves (Optional)
- 1/4 Cup Maple Sugar or Agave Nectar
- 1/4 Cup Neutral Vegetable Oil
- 1/2 Cup Nuts, Seeds or Dried Fruit (Optional)
Instructions
- First, open your oven and make sure your oven rack is situated in the middle. This will allow for even baking.
- Then, preheat your oven to 300°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. You can also use a non-stick silicone baking mat in place of the parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, sugar, spices (optional) and salt. Next, stir in the vegetable oil and maple syrup (or agave nectar) until the oats are evenly coated.
- Evenly spread the granola along the baking sheet.
- Bake the granola for 15 minutes, then stir to allow for even browning, and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes. You may need to bake a few minutes longer until your granola is golden brown in color.
- Remove the granola from the oven and place the baking sheet on your counter or wire rack to cool.
- Optional – Toss in any nuts, seeds or dried fruit until evenly combined.
- Once completely cooled, store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For longer freshness, store in the refrigerator for up to a month.
