Whether you top your smoothie bowl with it, pour it over yogurt, or just enjoy it by the handful, this granola will quickly become your pantry staple.
🥣 Ingredients (for one large jar)
- 350 g rolled oats
- 125 g almonds
- 125 g cashews
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
- 120 ml coconut oil (melted)
- 4 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- 100 g coconut chips
- 150 g dried cranberries
🔪 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats with roughly chopped almonds and cashews.
- Sprinkle in the cinnamon and a generous pinch of salt.
- Pour over the melted coconut oil and the honey or agave syrup. Stir everything well until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12 minutes, then remove from the oven and mix in the coconut chips.
- Give the granola a gentle stir and return to the oven for another 12 minutes, or until golden and fragrant.
- Remove from the oven, add the dried cranberries while it’s still warm, and let it cool for at least 15 minutes.
🌟 Storage Tips
Once cooled, transfer your granola into airtight glass jars or containers. It stays fresh and crunchy for months—if it even lasts that long!
🥄 Serving Ideas
- Sprinkle over smoothie bowls or fruit salads
- Mix into Greek yogurt with fresh berries
- Enjoy with your favorite plant-based milk
- Use it as a crunchy topping for baked apples or desserts
💭 Final Thoughts
Making your own granola is one of those small acts of self-care that pays off in big ways. You control the ingredients, the sweetness, and the crunch—plus your kitchen will smell absolutely amazing while it bakes!
Once you try this homemade version, it’s hard to go back to store-bought. So grab a jar, make a batch, and treat yourself to a healthy, satisfying start to your day—every day.
Happy crunching! 🌞