BEST EVER GRANOLA
This recipe is so good because it produces a granola with lots of clusters (due to the ground oats) and light, crisp flakes (from the quick oats). The recipe is from, Melissa Kronenthal of The Traveler's Lunchbox. She calls it "Seven-Year Granola" as it took her 7 years to develop this perfect recipe. If you want, you can substitute the ground oats with ready-made oat flour, or flax seed meal.
Provided by blucoat
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). In a food processor, coffee grinder or blender, grind half the oats to a fine powder. In a large bowl, combine the whole oats, ground oats, nuts, seeds and spices. In a microwave-safe bowl (or in a saucepan over medium heat), combine the brown sugar, butter and water and heat just until the butter has melted and the mixture is bubbly. Stir the mixture together until smooth, then stir in the salt and vanilla. Pour this mixture over the oats and nuts, stirring well to coat (it's easier to do this with your hands). It should be uniformly moist - stir in another tablespoon or two of water if it isn't. Let stand for about ten minutes.
- Spread the mixture out on a large baking sheet, separating it into irregular clumps with your fingers, and allowing space between the clumps for the hot air to circulate. Slide into the middle of the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and stir, gently breaking up the mixture into small-to-medium sized clumps. Return to the oven and bake another 15 minutes or so before stirring again. Repeat the bake-and-stir until the mixture is a uniform golden brown and completely dry; this usually takes 1-1 1/2 hours. Cool completely, then stir in any dried fruit you want to use.
- Store in a covered container at room temperature. Serve with milk or plain yogurt and fresh fruit as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 251.5, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 14.7, Protein 6.9
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Carl Vincent Vicio
cvicio@hotmail.comThis granola is the perfect addition to my trail mix. It adds a delicious crunch and sweetness.
haseeb afzal
ah3@hotmail.comI love the big clusters in this granola. They're so satisfying to eat.
Pabitra Das
d-pabitra100@aol.comI've tried many granola recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of crunchy and chewy.
Nimatullah Sunusi
n_sunusi89@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to start my day.
Peyton Boyd
pboyd88@hotmail.comThis granola is so versatile. I love it on yogurt, oatmeal, and even just as a snack.
Kassandra F (MouthoftheSouth_Kassandra)
f_k89@gmail.comI've been making this granola for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack.
Charlotte Katungu
katungu.charlotte@hotmail.comI'm so impressed with this granola recipe. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.
Meer Yallan
y.meer27@yahoo.comThe honey and vanilla in this recipe give the granola a wonderful flavor. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Joe Taumaoe
taumaoe.joe@hotmail.frI love the way this granola clusters together. It makes it so easy to grab a handful for a quick snack.
Tammie Young
young-tammie9@yahoo.comThis granola is the perfect addition to my yogurt bowl. It adds a delicious crunch and sweetness.
sanjay baidar
sb27@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to start my day.
Ms Beutye
b_ms94@gmail.comThis granola is a great source of fiber and protein. It keeps me feeling full and satisfied all morning.
Andrew Benbolt
benbolt-a@gmail.comI love the flexibility of this recipe. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.
Saif khan
saif.k@gmail.comThis recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it always turns out perfectly.
SmArT SoFiKuL
ssofikul@yahoo.comI made this granola for my family and they loved it! It's a great way to start the day.
Esther Barnes
esther_barnes@yahoo.comThis granola is so good! I love the big clusters and the way the honey and vanilla flavor the oats.
Jason Karnes
karnes_j@hotmail.co.ukI've tried many granola recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.
iiIsaacGxcha Bxi
bxi_i8@aol.comThis recipe is easy to follow and yields a delicious, crunchy granola. I love the addition of dried fruit and chocolate chips.
Nate Unger
n99@gmail.comThis granola recipe is a game-changer! The combination of oats, nuts, and seeds creates a crunchy, flavorful topping that's perfect for yogurt, oatmeal, or even just snacking on its own.