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Granola with Honey Recipe

Granola with Honey Recipe

This homemade granola with honey recipe is made with rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and natural honey for a crunchy, lightly sweetened breakfast or snack. It's easy to customize, simple to prepare, and pairs well with yogurt, milk, or fresh fruit.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup natural honey
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil or light olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ cup chopped almonds
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
  • ¼ cup sunflower seeds
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • ¼ cup raisins
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips add after baking

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl Measuring cups and measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack
  • Airtight storage container

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to **325°F (160°C)** and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, almonds, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture into a thin, even layer on the prepared baking tray.
  6. Bake for **20–25 minutes**, stirring gently once halfway through.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely. It will become crisp as it cools.
  8. Stir in the raisins, dried cranberries, coconut flakes, chia seeds, flaxseed, or chocolate chips if using.
  9. Transfer the granola to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best crunchy texture.
  • Allow the granola to cool completely before storing.
  • Add dried fruit and chocolate chips only after baking.
  • Store in an airtight container to help maintain freshness.
  • For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free rolled oats.
  • Replace honey with maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • Enjoy with yogurt, milk, smoothie bowls, or fresh fruit.
Granola with Honey Recipe
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
Calories: 250 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg