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Easy Homemade Granola

Store-bought granola doesn’t stand a chance against this DIY version! Mix and match various dried fruit and nut combos based on your personal taste preferences.
3.67 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 10 servings

Ingredients  

  • 3 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (See Kelly’s Note)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 2 Tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Spread the oats and nuts on the baking sheet, mixing them to combine, then bake them for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Transfer the toasted oats and nuts to a large bowl.
  • In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the honey, vegetable oil, egg whites, brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract. Pour the mixture over the oats and nuts and stir until the mixture is combined.
  • Pour the mixture back onto the lined baking sheet, spreading it into an even layer, and bake it for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until it’s golden brown and mostly dry. Remove the granola from the oven, stir it one more time, then allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet.
  • Once the granola has cooled, stir in the dried cranberries and serve it immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and store it for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.

Kelly’s Note:

  • Any type of nuts will work in this recipe but I prefer using unsalted mixed nuts.
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