Granola, Ii
Description
This homemade granola recipe delivers a perfect balance of crunch and sweetness, making it an ideal breakfast staple or snack. Featuring rolled oats, toasted coconut, and crunchy pecans, the mixture is bound together with a warm blend of honey, vegetable oil, and vanilla. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg add depth and aroma, while wheat germ provides a nutritious boost. The slow baking process ensures the granola turns golden brown and crispy without burning. It pairs beautifully with yogurt, fresh fruit, or milk. This batch is versatile enough for weekend brunches or quick weekday mornings, offering a wholesome, comforting start to your day.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 250&# 194;°F (120ðC).
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In a large bowl, combine the oats, chopped pecans, coconut, and wheat germ.
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In a small saucepan, combine the honey and water.
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Heat the honey mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until it thins and is thoroughly heated.
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Remove from heat and stir in the vegetable oil and vanilla flavor.
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Pour the wet mixture over the oat mixture and stir until evenly coated.
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Stir in the cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well distributed.
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Spread the mixture evenly into two greased 13x9-inch baking pans.
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Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even browning.
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Allow to cool completely in the pans before breaking into clusters.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 2968.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 151.8g234%
- Saturated Fat 41.6g208%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2483.7mg104%
- Total Carbohydrate 347.9g116%
- Dietary Fiber 60.7g243%
- Sugars 46.9g
- Protein 80.5g161%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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