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    Bless This Mess > Recipes > Breakfast > Granola Recipes

    Healthy Homemade Granola

    Published: Jun 10, 2021 · Modified: Jun 10, 2021 by Melissa · 58 Comments

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    The best things in life are often the most simple. Illamae’s Granola is incredibly easy and only requires a few ingredients to make. Simple, delicious, and versatile- a triple threat!

    This chunky granola is made with just oil, honey, oats, and nuts. It is quick to whip up and you can add just about anything to it that you want.



     

    Easy Homemade Granola Recipe

    Once you try homemade granola, you will never buy it from the store again. It is so good, you can control what you are putting into the granola, and it is so easy.  4 ingredients and you are in business. 

    This granola is basic but it creates an awesome base so if you want to add chocolate chips, coconut, raisins etc. it is really simple to do. 

    Granola is a snack that everyone loves. It is delicious on top of yogurt or you can eat it like cereal with milk. I’m also known to just snack on it by the handful.

    How is cooking with honey different from table sugar?

    Honey burns pretty easily. If your granola is looking dark or smelling like it's burning, turn the oven down 25 degrees and take it out the pan while the oven cools. Burnt honey granola isn't the best. However, honey has a great flavor and is more natural!

    What other things can I mix into granola?

    This granola tastes great as is or you can add a variety of mix-ins. If you are in the mood to add something consider, craisins, dried fruit or chocolate chips. You really can’t go wrong here.

    How long does homemade granola last?

    Homemade granola lasts 3-4 weeks when stored in an airtight container. You can also freeze granola for up to 6 months. 

    Is homemade granola less expensive to make?

    Yes! I love making granola because it is not only healthier but it is cheaper than buying it from the store. I like to buy the ingredients for granola in bulk to make it even more cost effective. 

    Is homemade granola healthy?

    Granola contains healthy fats, iron, protein, and is a great source of fiber. If you eat granola in moderation, it is a great addition to a healthy diet.

    More granola recipes:

    • Crunchy Oat and Honey Granola Bars
    • Homemade Cinnamon Granola Recipe
    • 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Honey Granola Bars (no bake)
    • The Best Chocolate Chip Granola Bar Recipe
    • 8 Easy Homemade Granola Bar Recipes You Should Try TODAY
    • My Favorite Blueberry Pecan Granola Bar Recipe

    If you’ve tried this simple granola recipe or any other recipe on Bless this Mess, then don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave me a comment below! I would love to hear about your experience making it. And if you snapped some pictures of it, share it with me on Instagram so I can repost on my stories AND add your photo to your comment so that other can see your creation

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    Healthy Homemade Granola


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    • Author: Melissa Griffiths - Bless this Mess
    • Total Time: 1 hour and 15 min
    • Yield: About 8 cups 1x
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    Healthy homemade granola made with oats, honey, coconut oil and your choice of add-ins. You'll love this simple healthy breakfast recipe.


    Ingredients

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    Basic Recipe:

    • 6 cups uncooked oats (old fashioned or quick oats or a mix of the two)
    • ¾ cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup melted coconut oil
    • 1 cup honey
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

    Add 3 more cups of any combination of these (if using none, add an additional cup of oats):

    • chopped nuts or seed
    • dried fruit
    • unsweetened coconut flakes
    • chocolate chips (add after it bakes and cools, and probably not more than a cup of them total)
    • I also like to add 1-2 tablespoon of cinnamon or other similar spices

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 225 degrees F. Line a big cookie sheet with parchment and grease lightly.
    2. In a large bowl combine the oats, flour, salt, and cinnamon if using, stir to combine.
    3. In a small bowl whisk together the coconut oil, honey, and vanilla.
    4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Mix everything together making sure there are no dry spots.
    5. Add any additions you would like and stir to combine.
    6. Spread granola onto the prepared cookie sheet in an even layer. The pan will be nice and full. Bake for 1 hour.
    7. Remove from the oven and let the granola cool, it will be a deep golden color. 
    8. Once the granola has cooled break it into smaller pieces as you see fit (we like some chunky and eat it like a cookie and some we break up small in our bowls for cold cereal). 
    9. Store in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge if you aren't going through it very quickly.

    Notes

    • This recipe is very forgiving. If I am feeling cheap or plain I don't add any nuts or dried fruit. The plain-jane granola is excellent with yogurt and berries. Do add an additional cup of oats if you aren't adding any other extras. 
    • I like to make this recipe on a silicone baking mat. It helps keep the mess at a minimum. Do you have one yet?
    • We loved a cup each of unsweetened coconut flakes, salted sunflower seeds, and chopped pecans in this recipe, they're a really good combination and the one I make the most often.
    • To make oat flour just add some oats to a blender or food processor and blend until it creates a nice flour, measure after blending.
    • Prep Time: 15 min
    • Cook Time: 1 hour
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: homemade granola, healthy granola recipe, easy granola recipe, how to make granola, granola recipe, honey granola, cinnamon granola, coconut granola

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    And some yogurt to go with your granola:

    • Crock Pot or Slow Cooker Yogurt
    • Homemade Fruit on the Bottom Yogurt Cups
    • 5 Easy Healthy Yogurt Bowl Ideas
    • 4 Ingredient Healthy Strawberry Frozen Yogurt (5 minute recipe!)

    And there you have it, one very simple granola recipe that you can use as your base recipe. Feel free to add nuts, seeds, and dried fruit as you like. You can't go wrong with this recipe!

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    1. Lisa

      May 23, 2014 at 1:37 pm

      Mine never quite got crunchy. The taste is great but it's not the crunch I was hoping for, it's disappointing when the almonds are crunchy and the rest is not. I used what I had on hand which was no coconut and I subbed olive oil for the coconut oil. Maybe next time I will try butter. Just wondering if this should've turned out to be more crunchy or not.

      Reply
      • Ashlee

        June 10, 2014 at 2:34 pm

        I have several granola recipes that I use and the recipes that do not include flour have the classic crunchy texture while adding the wheat flour will lend a chewier texture. Our family loves to switch between the varieties since we don't eat much boxed cereal!

    2. Bex

      May 06, 2014 at 7:11 am

      Made this using coconut flour instead of the wheat flour and it's delicious, a big hit with my hubby and daughters too! Never heard of using flour and water in a granola recipe but it really gives an authentic result, so impressed!

      Reply
    3. Paul Christel

      April 01, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      Read "fructose exposed" 15 grams of any sugar it's all a human can process a day. More than that turns into fat, diabetes and heart disease. . Read " eat to live" Dr. Furhman. Read "the China study".

      Reply
    4. Shelby

      March 28, 2014 at 7:57 pm

      This may be a really dumb question, but I'm new to clean eating and cooking in general :). Is it supposed to be crunchy? I think of crunchy when I hear granola, but mine was still soft once it cooled.

      Reply
    5. Colleen

      February 23, 2014 at 7:17 am

      What can you replace the wheat flour with. I'm eliminating wheat because it's so bad for you.

      Reply
    6. Jacquelyn

      February 09, 2014 at 4:06 pm

      Approximately how long will this last? Probably just me eating it dont know if I shoukd cut it I half or not. Thanks I am following your 2 week plan

      Reply
      • Melissa

        February 10, 2014 at 8:53 am

        Mine lasts a couple of weeks in an air-tight container. I would probably half it if it is just you though... it makes a bunch! Enjoy friend!

    7. Agnes

      February 09, 2014 at 2:19 pm

      I have this in the oven right now and my house smells wonderful, thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    8. paigerutherford

      February 03, 2014 at 4:25 am

      1 cup is 1/2 a pint to anyone living in the UK (I've had to teach this to my friends and in-laws)
      Do Americans tend to measure cooking temperatures in Celsius or Fahrenheit?

      Reply
      • Melissa

        February 03, 2014 at 10:14 am

        We are so weird 🙂 We just Fahrenheit...

    9. Denese

      February 02, 2014 at 8:14 pm

      Made this granola and your white chicken chilli and the carnitas. All 3 amazing! Thank you. Looking forward to a healthy clean week of eating!

      Reply
    10. Katrina

      January 06, 2014 at 12:17 pm

      Hello, I'm from England & wondering how much coconut oil to use in ounces or grams. I don't understand cups. Can you help please?
      Thanks

      Reply
    11. Katie W

      January 02, 2014 at 5:49 pm

      Hey! I made this and it is delicious! I've started cooking my granola in the crock pot on low-I stir every so often and it is really hard to burn in there. The time is a bit longer, but worth unburnt granola! Thanks

      Reply
    12. Sara

      November 11, 2013 at 4:30 pm

      Just wondering if the temp is in Celsius or Fahrenheit?

      Reply
    13. simone callei

      November 10, 2013 at 1:32 am

      Looks vwry yummy 🙂 what yoghurt do u recommend with this that is clean and healthy? ?

      Reply
      • Melissa

        November 11, 2013 at 8:42 am

        There's a brand out West called Mountain High - it's super clean and the price is good too!

    14. driel

      November 04, 2013 at 4:30 pm

      Is it really 2 tablespoons of cinnamon? I made it and it's yummy, but it seems I might have added to much cinnamon.

      Reply
      • Melissa

        November 05, 2013 at 8:49 pm

        It is... but make it to taste! How did it taste after you baked it??

      • driel

        November 06, 2013 at 8:56 am

        I have Saigon Cinnamin, which I think is stronger so I will reduce it next time. I like cinnamin, but it is a little too strong especially for my girls:-)

    15. Dina

      October 15, 2013 at 4:29 pm

      Can you make this without the whole wheat flour? I would like to make a gluten-free version with some gluten free oats.

      Reply
      • Melissa

        October 15, 2013 at 10:06 pm

        Could you sub in a gluten-free flour? I'm not sure what kind you could use but I wouldn't omit a flour completely. It acts as binding agent and helps the pieces stick together. What do you think?

    16. Robyn

      August 25, 2013 at 9:58 pm

      I came across and it sounds so yummy, but we aren't able to use coconut oil do to allergies 🙁 What would you recommend as a replacement?

      Reply
      • Melissa

        August 26, 2013 at 8:33 am

        Any type of fat - melted butter, olive oil and if you have to vegetable oil. Good luck!

    17. Kimberly

      August 09, 2013 at 10:41 am

      Made this today and it did not "clump" despite not over-stirring. Any ideas of what I am doing wrong? Taste good, though!

      Reply
      • Melissa

        August 09, 2013 at 8:12 pm

        Try adding more liquid (either honey, water, or oil or a combo)! If it isn't clumping much before you put it on the pan it won't clump much while it's cooking. Start a bit stickier and you should end up with some more chunks in the end! Let me know how it goes 🙂

    18. Leanne

      August 08, 2013 at 8:00 pm

      I think I need to try this.

      Reply
    19. Jodi mitchell

      August 07, 2013 at 7:00 pm

      I can't wait to try this. I'll be mixing this into my greek yogurt.

      Reply
      • Melissa

        August 07, 2013 at 7:09 pm

        Add a few berries to it and it's like heaven in a bowl 🙂 Thanks for the great comment!

    20. Heather

      May 03, 2013 at 8:57 am

      Yummy! This does look good.

      Reply
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