- 3 cups mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
- ½ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- ⅓ cup honey (or sugar-free maple syrup for keto version)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C)
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper
Roughly chop any larger nuts into smaller pieces
Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a small saucepan, warm the coconut oil and honey until melted
Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract
Pour the warm mixture over your dry ingredients1
Mix thoroughly until everything is well coated
Step 3: Bake to Perfection
Spread the mixture evenly on your prepared baking sheet
Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through
Watch carefully in the last few minutes to prevent burning
Remove when golden brown and fragrant
Step 4: Cool and Store
Let the granola cool completely on the baking sheet
Break into clusters of your desired size
Transfer to an airtight container
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used.
Top Tips for Perfect Granola
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - use two if needed
- Let it cool completely before storing to maintain crunchiness
- Stir gently during baking to create clusters
- Watch carefully in the last few minutes as nuts can burn quickly
Serving: 30g | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 60mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g