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Cinnamon Granola

Crunchy Cinnamon Granola: A Cozy Start to Your Day

This Cinnamon Granola is a delicious and healthy breakfast option that is easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 cups
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Granola
  • 5 cups Old-fashioned oats Use rolled oats; quick oats will not work properly.
  • 1 cup Sliced/slivered almonds Can use any nuts like walnuts, hazelnuts, or pistachios.
  • 1 cup Coarsely chopped pecans Any nut can be swapped out based on preference.
  • 0.25 cup Light brown sugar Dark brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
  • 3 teaspoons Ground cinnamon Adjust based on personal taste; can replace some with ground ginger.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine salt Essential for taste; don’t omit.
  • 0.25-0.5 cup Maple syrup or honey Increase or decrease based on desired sweetness.
  • 0.5 cup Olive oil Any mild oil can work, but light olive oil is preferred.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Granola
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the oats, sliced almonds, coarsely chopped pecans, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and fine salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Whisk together the maple syrup (or honey), olive oil, and vanilla extract in a small jug until well-blended.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Spread the granola mixture on the lined baking sheet and bake for 35-45 minutes, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
  6. Once golden brown, remove from the oven and let cool completely without stirring.
  7. Break the granola into clusters and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store granola in an airtight container to keep it fresh. Customize with your favorite nuts and spices to suit your taste.

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