Reader’S Granola

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Servings: 15 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Crispy, sweet clusters of oats, almonds, and coconut baked to golden perfection.
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This Reader’s Granola is the ultimate comfort food for breakfast or snacking. Made with old-fashioned oats, crunchy chopped almonds, and sweet shredded coconut, it offers a delightful mix of textures. The combination of sweetened condensed milk and vegetable oil creates rich, golden clusters that hold together perfectly. A hint of salt enhances the natural sweetness, while toasted wheat germ adds a nutty depth. This batch is perfect for topping yogurt bowls, mixing into smoothies, or enjoying straight from the jar. It’s an easy, make-ahead recipe that brings a homemade touch to your morning routine.

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Reader’S Granola

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 15 Calories: 1851.0

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This Reader's Granola is the ultimate comfort food for breakfast or snacking. Made with old-fashioned oats, crunchy chopped almonds, and sweet shredded coconut, it offers a delightful mix of textures. The combination of sweetened condensed milk and vegetable oil creates rich, golden clusters that hold together perfectly. A hint of salt enhances the natural sweetness, while toasted wheat germ adds a nutty depth. This batch is perfect for topping yogurt bowls, mixing into smoothies, or enjoying straight from the jar. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, make-ahead recipe that brings a homemade touch to your morning routine.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300ðF (150ðC).
  2. Line a large, shallow baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, chopped almonds, shredded coconut, toasted wheat germ, and salt. Stir until evenly distributed.
  4. Add the sweetened condensed milk and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well coated and the mixture is sticky.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, pressing down slightly to form a compact layer.
  6. Bake for 1 hour, stirring gently every 15-20 minutes to ensure even browning, until the granola is golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven and immediately stir in the raisins.
  8. Allow the granola to cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into clusters.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 15

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1851.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 93.0g144%
Saturated Fat 25.9g130%
Cholesterol 7.0mg3%
Sodium 5053.7mg211%
Total Carbohydrate 218.0g73%
Dietary Fiber 34.1g137%
Sugars 91.9g
Protein 59.9g120%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Variations: Substitute raisins with dried cranberries, chopped dates, or dried apricots for a different flavor profile. You can also add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or cinnamon to the wet ingredients for extra aroma.

Tip: For larger clusters, press the mixture firmly onto the baking sheet before baking and avoid stirring too frequently. Let it cool completely before breaking apart to ensure it stays crisp.

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