This Maple-Cinnamon Granola, with oats, slivered almonds, maple syrup, and cinnamon baked to perfection, is a new twist on a classic favorite. It’s perfect for a snack or breakfast on the go, and it’s sure to please even the pickiest of eaters.
Granola is great for a snack or breakfast
Granola is more than just a breakfast option; it’s great for a snack or as an ingredient for yogurt, cobblers, and even ice cream. Made with candied almonds and dried berries and baked to deliciousness – like Maple-Cinnamon Granola – every bite is guaranteed to be bursting with flavor!
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Serve it plain or with a bowl of milky cereal; either way, you will enjoy the taste. So go ahead and get your hands on the crunchy goodness that is granola; who knows – you might find yourself eating spoonfuls out of the box!
At least one to two mornings a week, I make the kids Greek yogurt parfaits. One, it’s easy. Two, they love the presentation, with fresh fruit, granola, or nuts in “fancy” class cups. Three, serving it with plain Greek yogurt gives some protein to start their day; it’s better than just a regular bowl of cereal.
Is homemade granola a healthy snack?
Often promoted as a health food, granola has a bit of a bad rap! Packaged granolas might contain so much fat, sugar, and calories that you might as well eat a candy bar for all the good it will do you.
On the other hand, when enjoyed in moderation, homemade, delicious versions like Maple-Cinnamon Granola with candied almonds and dried berries baked to deliciousness are an excellent source of fiber, iron, healthy fat, and protein, making it an amazing snack!
Ingredients for maple cinnamon granola
This maple cinnamon granola is a tasty treat made with almonds, freshly shredded coconut, oats, and a decadent blend of pure maple syrup and cinnamon. And when it’s all baked together to golden brown perfection?
You’ll be on deliciousness overload! Perfect on its own or as a topping on your favorite yogurt or smoothie bowl – this amazing granola will have you wanting more every time!
Dry Ingredients
- Old-fashioned oats
- Slivered raw almonds
- Sweetened shredded coconut
- Cinnamon
- Salt
Wet Ingredients
- Unsalted butter
- Water
- You can use any oil, I like walnut oil because it gives it a boost of nutty flavor.
- Real maple syrup
- Dark brown sugar packed
- Vanilla extract
How to make granola
A few simple steps are all it takes to make this scrumptious snack or breakfast.
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and place the rack in the top third of the oven. Line the baking sheet with non-stick aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to make sure all ingredients are mixed well and set aside.
Add the butter, water, walnut oil, real maple syrup, and dark brown sugar to a medium saucepan.
Slowly melt the butter and sugar on low heat and stir/whisk to incorporate all the ingredients.
Once the ingredients are melted and combined, remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.
Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients and stir together using a rubber spatula until the sugar/oil/butter mixture covers all the oats and almonds.
Spread the granola out into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and stir the granola. Place back in the oven and bake for another 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow the granola to cool completely.
Once the granola is cool, add additional ingredients, such as dried cherries and dark chocolate.
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How to store granola
Proper storage is essential for enjoying your homemade granola for as long as it will last. Please keep it in an airtight container or jar; this will prevent moisture from getting in, making the granola soft and soggy.
You can also freeze the granola container or jar if you want it to last longer. However, ensure it is completely cool before freezing, as any moisture trapped inside could form ice crystals and ruin the texture. If stored correctly, Maple-Cinnamon Granola can be stored for up to a month!
Granola is a great snack or breakfast because it is filling, has many flavors, and can be made ahead of time.
Granola is easy to make at home with simple ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, sweeteners, and spices. Once you try this Maple-Cinnamon Granola recipe, you’ll never return to store-bought again!
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Maple Cinnamon Granola
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups old fashioned oats
- 1 cup slivered raw almonds
- 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon walnut oil you can use any oil, I just like the walnut because it gives it a boost of nutty flavor
- 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Additions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees and place oven rack towards the top third of the oven
- Line baking sheet with non-stick aluminum foil or parchment paper
- Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to make sure all ingredients are mixed well.
- Add wet ingredients in order, except for vanilla to a medium saucepan.
- On low heat slowly melt the butter and sugar and stir/whisk to incorporate all the ingredients.
- Once the ingredients are melted and combined, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla.
- Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients and stir together using a rubber spatula – till all the oats and almonds are covered by the sugar/oil/butter mixture
- Spread the granola out into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Remove and stir the granola. Add back to the oven for another 5-10 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to completely cool.
- Once granola is cool add dried cherries and dark chocolate if using.
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I love that you have your review and the kids review! And I’m loving your blog!
Thanks Heather! Can’t wait for a blog party, we must have one soon..lol.
Nothing is better than homemade granola. I need to make up a batch of this to put on my yogurt.
I love the maple flavor. I’ve tried other granola recipes but always come back to this one
No doubt, this is really amazing! Definitely a must make!
I would love to try this! It sounds incredibly delicious!!
I am making granola this weekend! I will try your recipe, too!