Homemade Granola makes the perfect yogurt parfait for a healthy breakfast. Oats, pecans, almonds and honey make this granola recipe nutty and sweet!
The smell of homemade granola baking is right up there with freshly baked cookies. It’s a instant mood lifter and makes the whole house feel cozier. It also tastes way better than the store bought stuff.
My granola philosophy is to keep it simple. I like oats, mixed nuts, honey, and a pinch of cinnamon. I toss in whatever nuts I have in the pantry. In this case I used pecans and sliced almonds. Once the oats and nuts have cooled, feel free to add your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips and/or dried fruit.
This recipe makes “loose” granola; not too sweet or crunchy. It’s absolutely perfect for layering in yogurt parfaits, snacking or even topping salads. My favorite way to eat it is layered with Greek yogurt, honey and mixed berries.
Here’s what you need for the perfect yogurt parfait:
- Homemade granola (recipe below)
- Greek yogurt mixed with honey and a splash of vanilla extract
- Diced strawberries
- Fresh blueberries
Check out the recipe below and let me know what you think! I promise that once you make your own granola, you won’t go back to your old ways! Like this recipe? Check out my recipe for Overnight Oats Four Ways.
Easy Homemade Granola
Ingredients
- 4 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 cup roughly chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup raw honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees and lightly grease baking sheet.
- 2. In a large bowl, combine oats, pecans and almonds.
- 3. To the bowl, add honey and olive oil. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
- 4. Spread evenly on baking sheet. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sea salt. Toss to combine.
- 5. Bake for 20 minutes, tossing half way through.
- 6. Set aside and let granola to cool completely.
- 7. Optional: toss in chocolate chips, raisins or other dried fruit.
- 8. Store in an airtight container for up to 10 days. Enjoy!
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