About a year ago, Beth inspired me to make granola and I’ve been whipping up different kinds of granolas ever since. This one is a simple, easy recipe that uses ingredients that I usually have in my pantry. If you haven’t made homemade granola before give it a try. You’ll be amazed how much better it is than granola you buy in the store.
I usually make a double batch and give one batch a way. It makes a great, healthy gift for a neighbor or a friend. If I’m baking a double batch I cook it for 10 minutes longer.
Almond Raisin Granola
4 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup chopped almonds
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup of flax seed meal (optional)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon vanillaIn a large bowl mix oats, brown sugar, almonds, raisins, flax seed meal, cinnamon, and salt.
In a microwave safe bowl heat canola oil and honey until warm, about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract and cinnamon. Pour this mixture over the oat mixture and mix thoroughly until everything is completely coated.
Spread evenly on a parchment or silpat covered cookie sheet. Bake at 300º for about 20 minutes until slightly golden brown. Don’t stir during baking. Cool completely and break into pieces. Store in an air tight container.
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Other granola recipes your might like:
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My ‘Best’ Granola Recipe, Vintage Mixer
Macaroon Granola, How Sweet It Is
Tropical Granola, Barbara Bakes
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I love to bake, especially cookies, cakes, and pies.
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I love homemade granola of any sorts! So much better than store bought!
Delicious! perfect with yoghurt.
Cheers,
Rosa
Homemade granola is a favorite of mine but I don’t make it nearly often enough…but I’m craving it now I’ll have to give this a try!
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It’s been a while since I’ve made granola and have been thinking about it lately. Thanks for giving me another push in the right direction.
Cheri Sicard recently posted..Join Cheri for a Tweetchat!
I was just thinking that I need to try a new kind of granola–this sounds great!
natalie (the sweets life) recently posted..Moroccan Chicken Salad With Carrots
I’m always trying new granola recipes! I especially love almond flavored ones. I’ll have to try yours for my next batch!
Becky at VintageMixer recently posted..Creminellis New Line of Artisan Meats
So perfect with my homemade yoghurt ♥
Ana Powell recently posted..Cake in a Jar – Bolo de chocolate no frasco – Pastel de chocolate en tarro
I swear,
I could eat this stuff every. single. day. with yogurt.
looooooooooooooooooooove it :)
kim sisto robinson recently posted..Soul Sisters
Homemade is the only way to go. I start every day with yogurt and granola.
Cathy at Wives with Knives recently posted..Paris Shopping – Cookware
This looks delish! Officially bookmarked
I have a love for all granola-type recipes and I really love that this one forms little clusters (those are my favorite)!
Kim recently posted..Creole Meat Loaves with Trinity Gravy
I love homemade granola! It’s so easy to add in whatever you like:)
Sue recently posted..Cheater CHURROS
I’ve always been very curious about home-made granola. Your recipe looks so simple, that I’m running out of excuses, and will have to try it :-)
There’s just something so wholesome about homemade granola. I would be munching on yours all day.
Lisa @ Sweet as Sugar Cookies recently posted..Brown Sugar Chai Spice Ice Cream
I love homemade granola… this one looks and sounds delicious!
Pam recently posted..Cilantro and Lime Sour Cream
I love homemade granola and have some pretty much everyday. I love trying new recipes and love how clumpy yours looks so I will make it soon! I love giving it away, too. Perfect homemade gift.
Katrina recently posted..TWD—Brown Sugar Bundt Cake
Drool…
Blond Duck recently posted..Shimmer 7
I have never made granola, but this certainly looks delicious.
Cakelaw recently posted..TWD – Brown Sugar Bundt
Thanks for sharing my macaroon granola! This granola looks delish!
Homemade granola is the best! I can’t wait to try this one!
Belli e molto invitanti, deliziosi con lo yogurt.
Ciao Daniela.
Daniela recently posted..Risotto all’erborinato di capra con frutti di bosco e petali di rosa
I think I have all of these ingredients on hand, too! It looks delicious!
Deborah recently posted..Blonde Rocky Road
Even granola looks delish on your blog! You have inspired me to try my own!
Donna recently posted..Blue Ribbon Cheesecake- The Recipe That Started It All Is Cooking in Our DNA
I’ve been wanting to try making granola for the longest time. I think this is just the recipe I needed today :)
I love homemade granola! A couple of years ago, I found the recipe for the granola they serve at Sundance and have made that for a while, but it’s time for a change! Change is good!
xxoo,
RMW
Well… I’ll try it! And let you know…
Ciao!
Sabrine
I’ve printed this out and can’t wait to try it! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
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I’m with Rosa, this would be great with yoghurt. I think I’d leave out the raisins and add some walnuts and maybe a tiny bit of coconut. Yum!
Claire @ Claire K Creations recently posted..Oatmeal chocolate chip cake
I’ve been stuck in such a breakfast rut lately – thanks for reminding me of the wonders of homemade granola!
Kathy – Panini Happy recently posted..Grilled Crab- Mango & Avocado
I never tire of granola and I really should take your lead and make my own. This sounds fabulous.
Bridgett recently posted..Apple Spice Cake with Clementine Buttercream
Your granola looks delicious mum! I love home made granola, it always tastes so much better than the sugary cereals :D xxx
Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella recently posted..Brown Sugar Shortbread
Love home-made granola, yo ucan add whatever ingredients you like! yum!
pigpigscorner recently posted..Lotus Root and Chicken Stir-Fry
I agree with you Barbara. I wont buy the granola at the store. Homemade is too easy to make and it really is better then store bought, hands down!
Looks like I have another recipe to try!
Hey!! I love it! Thanks so much for the shout out. Your granola looks soooooo good. I am going to have to make it for my daughter. She would adore it.
BethieofVA recently posted..cooks illustrated carrot cake and cream cheese frosting
Adorable treat this granola simple and much better if it is homemade :)
Cheers,
Gera
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I just came across your site and am enjoying your posts, recipes, and drool-worthy photography. Looking forward to following your culinary journey! Thank you for sharing!
Rice Kernel recently posted..Japanese-Inspired Nori Seafood Pasta with Napa Broth
I absolutely agree with you that homemade granola is so much better then store bought and this recipe here proves it! Hvae a wonderful week-end!
Maris (In Good Taste) recently posted..Wine on Wednesday- 100 Perfect Pairings Recipe- Sticky Asian Barbecue Ribs
I love homemade granola but mine has never looked so compact and crunchy-like – it was always quite separate unlike yours which means I’m gonna try out your recipe – it looks like the one I’ve been looking for for ages :)
I’m not a granola-eater, but my daughter is, so I make it every time she comes home. I use Ina Garten’s recipe and keep the fruit separate from the dry and it keeps a really long time that way.
This sounds like a good recipe….think I will add cinnamon to mine.
Barbara recently posted..Almond and Raspberry Friands
Thank you Barbara for reminding me to make a batch or two of granola. I kije how yours clamp so nicely!! love granola all by itself, my guys like it like cereal with milk.
I love how chunky this granola looks! Sometimes it’s too small….I like a nice big piece :)
I’ve got the second batch of this in the oven right now since your post, Barbara. Love it. Thanks.
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Thanks Katrina for posting and letting me know you made it. I’m so glad you love it. I wish I had a batch in the oven too!
Great recipe and so easy to make!!! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for commenting! So glad you made it and enjoyed it!
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