Crunchy Homemade Honey-Nut Granola

Ingredients

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts), chopped
• 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large bowl, mix oats, nuts, coconut flakes, and sunflower seeds.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.

4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry and mix thoroughly.

5. Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until golden brown.

7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.

8. Once cooled, mix in the dried fruit.

9. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Crunch into a handful of this delightful homemade granola and let the harmony of sweet honey, warm cinnamon, and toasty nuts awaken your taste buds. It’s not just breakfast – it’s a nourishing start to your day that’ll keep you energized and satisfied. Whether sprinkled over yogurt, enjoyed with milk, or eaten straight from the jar as a snack, this granola is sure to become your new favorite way to fuel your mornings and beyond!