One-Tray Honey and Almond Granola
A Crunchy Anytime Delight
This irresistible granola isn't just for breakfast—it's a snack you'll want to enjoy all day long. Enhanced with cinnamon for a comforting warmth, this recipe is flexible enough to swap for nutmeg or mixed spice to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 liter rolled oats
- 500ml The Almond Girl confectionary almonds
- 60ml chia seeds
- 10ml ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 125ml The Almond Girl Extra Virgin olive oil
- 80ml honey
- 10ml vanilla essence
- 250ml coconut flakes
- 125ml dried cranberries
Method
- Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a large roasting tray, combine oats, almonds, chia seeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix olive oil, honey, and vanilla essence. Pour over the dry ingredients.
- Coat and Bake:
- Using your hands, mix thoroughly to coat the dry ingredients with the oil mixture.
- Bake for 20 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes for even toasting.
- Add Coconut Flakes:
- After 20 minutes, add coconut flakes and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Incorporate Dried Fruit:
- Remove from the oven and stir through the dried cranberries while the granola is still warm.
- Cool and Store:
- Allow the granola to cool completely in the tray.
- Spoon into an air-tight container for storage. Enjoy with milk, yoghourt, or as a standalone snack.
Note
Store granola in the freezer for up to 1 month for prolonged freshness.
Almonds to use: Confectionery / SSR Almonds or Chopped Almonds and Olive Oil