Homemade granola is such a simple thing to make. If you haven’t done it, you really should try. It is super easy, the kids can help on it, and it tastes delicious. I love being in control of what goes into my food. This granola recipe focuses on the honey nut flavors. You can use peanut butter or almond butter. I add chocolate chips because it makes it extra fun for the kids, but you really don’t need to. It’s one of my favorite flavor combos and it is super quick and easy to make. It makes for a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack.
Honey Nut Granola
Crispy honey nut granola with oats, almonds, and optional chocolate chipsโperfect for snacking or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 4 cups rolled oats not instant
- 1 cup slivered almonds
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional
- 1/2 cup peanut butter can use almond butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar tightly packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl stir together 4 cups rolled oats, 1 cup slivered almonds, and 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips.
- In a microwave safe container, stir together 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup honey, 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until completely combined. Microwave on high 20-30 seconds until mixture is runny.
- Pour peanut butter mixture over oat mixture and stir together until there are no loose oats left.
- Spread oats out on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes. Let cool completely and then store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 673kcal | Carbohydrates: 93g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 477mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 51IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 4mg
This is a real winner! I've typically made other granola that excludes peanut butter which I cook in the crock pot (which isn't as handy as some may lead others to believe). I love how the granola has clumps and an overall lovely taste with a hint of peanut butter. This will now be my go to recipe!